ancient legacies & crime

Tenshi would not need to be told twice to dig in. After the realization that she was carrying the future of Heidinn, her stomach would rumble more often than usual. Reaching for a piece of smoked meat, she sighs in both relief and savoring the flavor, thankful that it isn't making her hungry stomach upset. Closing her eyes for a moment, she finishes swallowing before looking to Vidarr.

"Couldn't be happier," her own hushed voice is a pleased murmur, her tail thumping the ground lightly beside her. "It is still early, but the healers say the pups are doing well," Tenshi can't hide the smile as she looks away to grab another piece of cheese and meat. As much as she wants to revel in the happiness that is puppies and their future, there was still something that needed to be addressed.

"Val," she starts and pauses, her gaze looking back up at Vidarr. "She wishes to bed in her own den, but I am not sure I am comfortable with that. I worry for her wellbeing, both physical and mental, but I understand her want for her own space," Tenshi lets out a sigh and gives her head a little shake. "Ultimately, I believe it will be a better choice to let her have her own den. I do not want... our good news to further break her heart," her voice grows even quieter as she stumbles over the last words. What kind of queen would she be if she shoved the puppies in the face of a newly widowed mother?

"Speech"