[ he doesn't quite realize how indelicate his query had been until Alayne gives an extended pause. only then does he rub his hand against the back of his neck and exhale, realign himself. ]
Gotcha.
[ he doesn't ask her how she is, because it's a dumbass question, and Herc isn't good at this kind of thing. he frowns, and then after a pregnant pause asks haltingly: ]
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Gotcha.
[ he doesn't ask her how she is, because it's a dumbass question, and Herc isn't good at this kind of thing. he frowns, and then after a pregnant pause asks haltingly: ]
How's Lady?