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germanicus wondered if by different she meant unplanned. 

he did not think that she had not wanted the boy, who had proven to be a strong part of their ranks.

the eagle hmmed in answer. "you are correct. only valiria remains here with me, out of four." the thought hurt his heart, for now he considered cornelius and alivia, and even aquillius who had silently left.

"do not think you are alone in your trepidation. what we do have is trust." his eyes were warm in the dark, and then he closed them, relaxing easily against fennec. "it is important for me to say, again, that it is your choice. if that moment comes and you decide you do not want to bear children, i will not be upset."

they had come together in understanding. he would not see them bound by resentment.