"So, maybe we could see what kinds of foods he likes today" Caex suggested. "We do have some food that he can eat, right?"

"Of course, dear" Aerta explained. "We've had at least one hatchling in this house every year for twenty years, and we will keep having them into the future. I think we're very well-prepared" she added, laughing a bit. 

"One more thing. How's Steele? Should we discuss the mare?" Adykon asked Avera.

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"We'll see how we feel about that later" Larek replied, smiling.

Orna's attention was diverted by some hustling around a store. "What's that? Oh, its a pet shop. I'm surprised its still open this late."

"Well, whatever you need from me, you'll have it" Kos assured her.