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He didn't ask for any clarification of her story or question anything she had told him, which was fine, but wasn't exactly like him. She was glad to not see the pity in his face that she often saw in others, really she was, but he seemed oddly unfazed by her news; it had her worried again.

But still, he dodged her question. She was getting a little frustrated by it, and she was about to tell him just that, but then he mentioned introducing her. She didn't immediately follow when he invited her over the borders; she just looked at him with confusion. Until he mentioned children. Then her expression softened and she stepped forward. Oh Sia, you have children now? She had missed so much in such a short amount of time. Three boys and a girl just like her first litter. She was so happy for him. Yes please, I would love to meet them, she answered, moving to his side to follow. How old are they? What are their names? Taki asked. She hoped they had northern names. How is Nanook? she asked next, remembering the early days of motherhood and how amazing they were, at least for her. She loved when her babies were small—the quiet moments spent feeding and sleeping curled up with them. I'm sure parenthood suits you both well. She momentarily forgot her worries when faced with the news of her niece and nephews. She couldn't wait to see them.