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He seemed to take some comfort from her affection, and Speedy was glad to offer it. She said nothing else while he cried, simply letting him take whatever he needed from her presence and closeness. 

But his energy shifted drastically at the mention of the monsters who had harmed his son. His anger practically vibrated through him. In most matters, she shied away from violence, but she completely understood how he felt here. Becoming a mother had changed her in some ways, and she knew she would do whatever she needed to do to keep her children safe. So, she didn't discourage him or try to make him tone down his anger any. I don't blame you; only someone evil would harm a child, she replied. But, he still found a way to twist things and place some of the blame on himself. She knew the guilt would be hard work through, but she would try her best to help him if he let her. She could tell how convinced he was of his fault in this, and she had a feeling it would be difficult to make him see things any other way.

Verx pressed further into her embrace, and she tightened around him, relieved that he at least could find some comfort even if he wouldn't be absolving himself of his guilt anytime soon. She smiled at his question, nodding slightly against him. Yes, I have four. Two sons and two daughters; they're just about a month old now, the healer answered, her love for them clear in the gentle tone of her voice. I would be just as angry as you are if someone hurt any of them. Just the thought made her blood heat and nausea spike in her stomach.