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and more than likely hidden in the back of the eye. That is where I discovered it. My theory is that it will come forward and be correctly placed. I believe by the time he is three years old, it will be fully developed. He has already demonstrated sensitivity to bright light. We know that is a warrior Zarkstormian trait. He didn’t show that initially, but over the past week and a half, he is showing displeasure towards it. Also, the nodule on the back of his neck hasn’t gone away…”
“Jayme expressed great concerns about that.” Aton sighed.
“Yes, and I explained to her that Zarkstormian warrior babies developed a knot on the back of our necks, like that of a small mosquito bite, at approximately three weeks old. Zachary never developed it until three months ago and it is still there… He is Warrior, Aton.” Xzion grinned wider. “It is just showing up late. He is a half human, half Zarkstormian Warrior child with Zarkstormian intellect!” Xzion laughed with joy, clasping his hands as his son continued to lie there, unmoved by the conversation. “This is truly amazing!”
“The entire situation is amazing, Xzion. The fact that he was conceived, made it to term and was born healthy proves he beat the odds. Is there any chance I may get to see the child? It’s been so long.” Xzion laughed. Aton was acting like a grandfather, and it pleased him.
“Of course, Aton. I’m still working on a way for Jayme to visit Zarkstorm at least once in her lifetime and I would like to bring Zachary with me as well so that everyone may meet him. Please just allow me more time to figure out how to ensure they are both safe during their travel and can arrive home in the same manner once the trip is complete. I am making a lot of headway, but I need more time.”
“Why, of course. I was willing to come there, actually, but if you’d prefer to wait, that is fine.” He didn’t miss the disappointment in Aton’s tone.
“Well.” Xzion caressed Zachary’s arm affectionately, eliciting a small smile from the child. “I tell you what. Let’s talk about this further in the near future. I’m sure a visit from you, Aton, may be advantageous. Besides, if the Yuledrakes know you’re here, even for a short spell that will send fear in them. They are terrified of you.”
Aton laughed lightly. “Not enough to stop whatever it is they are planning, unfortunately. Regardless, I respect your wishes regarding your son but please let me know when I may arrange a visit, especially before things gets out of hand with the Yuledrakes. They will no doubt escalate their efforts in the near future.”
“Of course they will.” Xzion narrowed his eyes. “The only reason they haven’t right this moment is because I’m here. Something tells me, Aton, you will need to pay a visit before this is all said and done, anyway.”
“I concur. I will speak to you soon, and tell your mate I said ‘Hello.’”
And with that, Aton disconnected the call.
Xzion swallowed and closed his wrist. He leaned over his son to hug him a bit tighter. Suddenly, he felt more protective over the little guy, as if the power welling inside of the infant was now in need of security.
“Zachary.” The boy slowly turned towards him. His big, dark brown eyes glassy and pure, full of life and light. “I love you very much. I will never be ashamed to tell you that. I love your mother very much, too, more than I think she realizes at times. I don’t just want your mother. I need her. She is the reason I can talk to you like this, to express myself. There are things going on inside of you that you can’t understand just yet. There are things going on in the world you live in that you can’t understand, but I will never let anyone hurt you or your mother, do you understand me?” He touched his own chest, covering his heart with the spread of his fingers.
Zachary nodded, moving his head slowly up and down.
“It is my job, my purpose, to protect and serve
“Jayme expressed great concerns about that.” Aton sighed.
“Yes, and I explained to her that Zarkstormian warrior babies developed a knot on the back of our necks, like that of a small mosquito bite, at approximately three weeks old. Zachary never developed it until three months ago and it is still there… He is Warrior, Aton.” Xzion grinned wider. “It is just showing up late. He is a half human, half Zarkstormian Warrior child with Zarkstormian intellect!” Xzion laughed with joy, clasping his hands as his son continued to lie there, unmoved by the conversation. “This is truly amazing!”
“The entire situation is amazing, Xzion. The fact that he was conceived, made it to term and was born healthy proves he beat the odds. Is there any chance I may get to see the child? It’s been so long.” Xzion laughed. Aton was acting like a grandfather, and it pleased him.
“Of course, Aton. I’m still working on a way for Jayme to visit Zarkstorm at least once in her lifetime and I would like to bring Zachary with me as well so that everyone may meet him. Please just allow me more time to figure out how to ensure they are both safe during their travel and can arrive home in the same manner once the trip is complete. I am making a lot of headway, but I need more time.”
“Why, of course. I was willing to come there, actually, but if you’d prefer to wait, that is fine.” He didn’t miss the disappointment in Aton’s tone.
“Well.” Xzion caressed Zachary’s arm affectionately, eliciting a small smile from the child. “I tell you what. Let’s talk about this further in the near future. I’m sure a visit from you, Aton, may be advantageous. Besides, if the Yuledrakes know you’re here, even for a short spell that will send fear in them. They are terrified of you.”
Aton laughed lightly. “Not enough to stop whatever it is they are planning, unfortunately. Regardless, I respect your wishes regarding your son but please let me know when I may arrange a visit, especially before things gets out of hand with the Yuledrakes. They will no doubt escalate their efforts in the near future.”
“Of course they will.” Xzion narrowed his eyes. “The only reason they haven’t right this moment is because I’m here. Something tells me, Aton, you will need to pay a visit before this is all said and done, anyway.”
“I concur. I will speak to you soon, and tell your mate I said ‘Hello.’”
And with that, Aton disconnected the call.
Xzion swallowed and closed his wrist. He leaned over his son to hug him a bit tighter. Suddenly, he felt more protective over the little guy, as if the power welling inside of the infant was now in need of security.
“Zachary.” The boy slowly turned towards him. His big, dark brown eyes glassy and pure, full of life and light. “I love you very much. I will never be ashamed to tell you that. I love your mother very much, too, more than I think she realizes at times. I don’t just want your mother. I need her. She is the reason I can talk to you like this, to express myself. There are things going on inside of you that you can’t understand just yet. There are things going on in the world you live in that you can’t understand, but I will never let anyone hurt you or your mother, do you understand me?” He touched his own chest, covering his heart with the spread of his fingers.
Zachary nodded, moving his head slowly up and down.
“It is my job, my purpose, to protect and serve
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