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She wasn't surprised to hear that he had taken to patrolling more often recently, but she wondered if it was because he was anxious about their dwindling numbers like she was. What worries you? she asked, concern creasing her brow as she spoke. Even if he was content, she knew there could still be a variety of issues weighing heavy on the Kapitän's mind. And just like he had not probed her for more information regarding her current condition, she would show him the same courtesy should he not want to divulge the reasons for his stress. 

I am lucky to carry Diaspora's future, she offered in response to his admission. She was grateful that even after the fall of IkKanattuk, her agreement with Stigmata, born out of mutual respect and a mutual desire for strong children, had not also been lost to her. And they will be lucky to have you and Stigmata to look up to, she added, a gentle smile playing at the corner of her mouth.