She didn't have to do that for me, but she did. It was...beyond nice really. [ Helios smiles warmly as he runs a hand over the velvety egg's shell.

Luminair looks back at Lirael when she asks that. He gives a very happy chirp at those words. He seems excited, if his eyes constantly shifting colors was indicative enough. ]

Luminair will be an excellent older brother, I think.