Orex handed her bowl to the server, who was nearby, and the woman grinned.“It is lovely to see other Terrans out here.”
Zelda smiled.“I am glad to be out here.So is my daughter.”
The woman looked at Aretta.“The resemblance is uncanny.”
Aretta groaned.“The food is really good.”
Zelda laughed.“Yeah, there is the resemblance right there.”
Orex wrapped his arms around her and rested his head on his shoulder.“And she is equipped with such charming accessories.”
Zelda reached up and caressed his cheek.“And surprisingly comfortable.”
Aretta giggled.
Orex turned his head and kissed her neck.“And focusing on patience.”
Ra and Harwin walked into the space, his grin wide.Harwin looked rueful but lovely in full regalia.She held the baby close to her chest.
Harwin smiled.“Where is Zani?”
Zani came up from downstairs.“Good.Here.Just had to get everything sorted.”
Zani leaned over as she passed Harwin.“He’s still adorable.”
Orex held Zelda and rose, slowly setting her on her feet.
Zelda walked up and said, “Harwin, Queen of Aten, thank you for allowing me on your world.”
Harwin blinked.“Seriously?How do I breastfeed?”
“If you want a quick primer, I can show you.I think you formally have to welcome me, or Ra and Orex will think we are going to fight.”
Harwin snorted.“Zelda, Consort of Orex, please be welcome.Now show me how to feed this little guy.”
Zelda smiled and introduced Aretta.“This is my daughter.She’s the one who put me through my paces way back when.”
Aretta bowed.“Pleased to meet you, ma’am.”
Harwin paused.“Oh, my god.I am a ma’am.”
Zelda turned to Ra.“Where can we practice so she can be comfortable?”
Ra turned to one of the bots.“The study on this floor.”
She nodded and looked to Aretta.“Are you good here?”
“I am good, Mom.I don’t want to witness that.”
Harwin snorted.“You might if your mom and Orex have kids.”
Aretta blinked.“They can do that?”
Harwin laughed.“How do you think this guy got here?That’s what consorts are all about.We are genetically matchy match when they are done with us.”
Aretta went and sat down as she considered the ramifications.Zelda sighed and walked with Harwin to the office.The baby couldn’t wait.