Stavanger Bay A Mile Step By Step

He was thankful for her answer, glad that she did not seem intent on having kids right out the door. With both Camilla and Niamh, things had always felt rushed—brought on by the season rather than their actual desire for a family. For once, Phox didn't feel like he needed that right away. Of course, that was easy to say this early, before the world began to warm up and pheromones began to waft in his direction. Still, he liked to think he could resist such a thing, especially after his encounter with Sialuk the year prior.

Heph's follow up question allowed him to voice what he thought. Phox realized how nice it was to be heard. Had he ever had this discussion with his previous partners? Probably, but he couldn't remember it being so... even-keeled. I do love the ol' grandad role, he said with a sentimental smile. I do think I'll want kids of my own again someday, but... it might be nice to get to know somebody without that added stressor for a little while.

Phox left a pause there, then realized he wanted to add something else. And in case it wasn't blatantly obvious, that somebody is you.