Save the last dance for me

His response didn't surprise her much. In fact, it was nearly exactly what she anticipated - all except for his welcoming of the idea in the future. She nodded every so often to his words, agreeing with him wholeheartedly despite how it pained her to do so. Not even all the logic in the world could stifle the desire for children once it had planted itself within her. The feeling would torment her until the day she was finally granted her wish, but she would lessen the pain with logic and busywork for the time being.



A smile would form slowly on here maw despite herself when Helios praised her. Even when letting her down, he somehow always managed to pick her up at the same time. She feared that he would harbor some resentment for her frequent absence, but it was not the case. To think so had been foolish even. "I am glad that I have not hurt you and that you are proud, but I will still continue to do better. After so long apart, we should not be separated so often now that we are together. We must take advantage of this time." She would find a way to balance her life again. She had to, for her own sake.