‘I’ve had two cups already. I’m fine.’ ‘Oh yeah! Right! Uh, never mind.’ He then retreated to the kitchen, kicking himself all the way. �...That was real smooth sport’ he whispered to himself. ‘What are you going to do next? Offer to hold her books on the way home?’ He tried to rationalize his feelings. He was under stress, she was the only woman he’s been near in ten months, and he hadn’t jerked off in a week. ‘I just need to focus and quit thinking about this girl. I don’t need my life to get. ”Liddea nodded and followed as Aran began to walk, leading Strider by the reins. Elaina took up the rear once again. Even with so many trees down, the forest was still far too dense for riding. It was possibly worse, now, due to fallen branches and whatnot. They made their way slowly, winding their way around when the path was blocked by debris. Now and then, Aran used Oroth to cut a path through when there was no suitable detour, and Elaina did the same, using Shatter to demolish great trunks. So, what I'm suggesting is you get me what I need for your ink and in return, you give her a child." What exactly is it you need from her for the ink?" Kal asked."Her nectar, it was the base for your ink on the shield rune and her magic is a big part of the reason it lasted so long." I have to say I wasn't expecting you to be asking me to become a father when we left this morning, but it's plain you care a lot about this Aradelle. Having never met her I can't say that I'm doing this for her,". He wondered just what was going on? He considered the fact that all up and down the West Coast, they had heard only hostile broadcasts proclaiming, "the death of America." At least the ones coming from Alaska sounded like they might be friendly.Admiral Handley turned to Capt Roth and then said; "Admiral Kitchens said they took on fuel and food, so we should be able to also. Now that they have declared independence from the US, do you think they will try to commandeer us while we are in port?.