I'll get the booze

The Warlord took another deep sip of the bottle, remarking mentally on how light it had become. He placed it back down in Azure’s reach again as his son thanked him. He had seen the flash of anger that had crossed his face at the mention of termination - The Warlord knew himself that if Zee had tried to end any of her litters he would have rioted. He understood, and he was gratified to see it on Azure’s face. There had been a time when he had thought Azure loved little, and that now very much seemed to be changing.

“I know you will, son.” he agreed. He raised the bottle again, feeling a little light headed and warm in his chest. “To my son!” he cheered “Soon to be husband, soon to be father! May you one day be afforded the chance to cheer your own children's children into this world.” he said, taking another sip and passing it to Azure


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