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The snort came from Recluse as Hannibal originally ceased his speaking. Quickly his pale daughter spewed forth her own venom. Pangs of pain filled his heart as her words sliced and diced him with ease. He figured this was coming and her rage came to him as no surprise. Hannibal was aware it was all well deserved. Each outburst, insult, and snap was due to his own short comings. But, what hurt the most is that his darling daughter thought that he aimed to replace his children. Hannibal stared at her in hidden disbelief. Never in his life did her desire to replace any of his children. Producing more children after his first litter came from a place of lustful incidents and the desire to expand the Klein name. Never did he set out to replace any of those that came before.

Hannibal thought over his many children and felt love for each of them. Those that were no longer with them like Mordecai, Godbrand, Beryl, and Circe's litter brought him immense pain. But, to think over those who were still in Boreas brought him a sense of pride. Banshee was a combat medic in the Armada with Sirius looking after her. Recluse showed signs of turning into a fine soldier. Gimli also seemed to be expanding upon his skills. All the man wanted was for his offspring to bring strength and pride to the Klein name. If that meant he was dismissed as their parent he would have to swallow that and walk away. But, he would always be there for them if they needed it. To perhaps make up for the past in shameful silence.

Finally the male nodded, "Obviously no words will help mend our relationship. Just know if you ever need help with anything do not hesitate to call upon me." A pause. "Please be there for your siblings. If none of my children want anything to do with me I only hope you have one another to rely on." Hannibal hoped she, Gimli, and Banshee would be able to band together at the very least. "I will not bother you any longer, Recluse. Leave if you wish." Hannibal raised his head, "Or you can get your aggression out and scream at me some more, I will take whatever you throw at me."