Out of the Pan and into...

She didn't seem to show any concern for the same thoughts Rhyme conjured. If Tana could so easily get knocked up by himself how much more likely was Shaye to conceive out of season? He hoped her calm demeanor meant she was confident she wouldn't get pregnant. Hopefully it was due to her being on some kind of contraceptive. Rhyme tried to push his many convoluted thoughts about her away, he needed to focus on Tana and the little family they were starting.

She teased him hard, but he took it gratefully. If Rhyme couldn't seek out his heart's desire he would be content with returning to where he and Shaye had been before. He wanted to be comfortable and easy in her presence. He sighed internally, strengthening his resolve.

"I'm going to be a father." He mimicked. So odd those words sounded coming out of his mouth when a year ago he wouldn't have imagined bringing new life into the world. He'd been to focused on escape and returning to a life of freedom. "Rhys isn't around for them so I'm going to have to send them to 'auntie Shaye' when they act up. And how big do you think Tana is? She can't fit enough pups for me to be covered." He mused. She didn't think she was getting out of being in his kids lives he hoped. Though he was terrified something would happen during their arrival Rhyme did feel himself growing more excited for them.