['My smile?' Lahabrea couldn't help but huff at that last bit, despite the fact that he was smiling from ear to ear. While he is slightly concerned about the implications of this conversation, Hephaistos is overjoyed at the opportunity to speak privately with Themis. Despite knowing his son has taken a liking to Themis, he didn't expect the boy to suddenly ask to marry him. This comes as a bit of a shock, but a welcomed one since Erichthonios certainly could've done worse. However, this is quite a development.
When he heard the knock on the door, he felt a pang of worry. What shall he say? Lahabrea never imagined such a day would arrive. However, the vast majority of parents are woefully underprepared. Perhaps it was naivety on his part, but Lahabrea couldn't help but think of Erichthonios as a child at times. After all, that's his son. No matter how big Erichthonios grows, he'll always be the chubby little bundle of joy Athena placed in his arms.
He takes a deep breath once he sees Elidibus, taking a moment to calm himself before speaking.]
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When he heard the knock on the door, he felt a pang of worry. What shall he say? Lahabrea never imagined such a day would arrive. However, the vast majority of parents are woefully underprepared. Perhaps it was naivety on his part, but Lahabrea couldn't help but think of Erichthonios as a child at times. After all, that's his son. No matter how big Erichthonios grows, he'll always be the chubby little bundle of joy Athena placed in his arms.
He takes a deep breath once he sees Elidibus, taking a moment to calm himself before speaking.]
I've heard the news.