Larksong Grotto Sorry That Took So Long

She needed no further prompting. His questioning glance was merely enough for her to begin explaining her keenly felt absence. Nodding at the appropriate moments, Hiram listened to her brief testament of the Lord's will. If she had been truly called by God, who was he to deny her the right to follow the light of the Daystar? He was an understanding Cardinal: firm, yet compassionate to his congregation.

Nevertheless, when she mentioned her daughter's need for Nova's companionship, it struck a personal chord within Hiram. He understood, knowing that he would move mountains for his own daughters if need be. In fact, he had already traveled half-way across the world to find them with little more than a vague direction.

As she settled to her haunches, Hiram shifted his gaze downward and smiled. "Family is the most important thing we have, Nova. Cherish the time you spend with her," he spoke. Nova, of course, already knew this as all parents do -- but Hiram was feeling sentimental, and she would not be spared from his sappyness.