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[carriesparasol]

[The video turns on to reveal Alexia sleeping in bed, is the worst possible condition you are likely to ever see her. Her hair is loose and a tangled mess at that. Her dress is ruined from being torn, covered with dirt and other unmentionable mess.

And oh yes, she's holding a new born baby in her arms. The baby girl is properly swaddled and sleeping peacefully in her mother's arms.

After a moment, Alexia opens her eyes and takes notice of the recording. She sighs slightly and carefully shifts to a sitting position. She must look as dignified as possible despite her current state. Meanwhile the child sleeps on.]

Of course. I should have known you would want an update sooner, rather than later.

My dear community, may I introduce you to my daughter? Prudence Alessandra. [She lifts the crook of her elbow so that the camera might catch a better view of the sleeping baby.]

Comments

Action as discussed?

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[COME TO UNCLE JAMES, PRUDY!]

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Wow, this community really is a voyeur. [That seems like a very private moment to intrude on. Even George wouldn't shove a camera into that.]

Congratulations. Prudence is a very interesting name.

Yes please

[carriesparasol]

[Alexia has gotten properly dressed by the time of James's arrival. Have fun getting through all the chaos of werewolves and vampires and whatnot. She'll just be chilling in her room with the baby.]

[carriesparasol]

I count my blessings that it did not see fit to watch us during the actual birth.

Given the nature of my husband and myself it seemed only appropriate.

Re: Yes please

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[Oh no, he is not taking any chances of encountering Randolph. Straight to Alexia's room.]

[carriesparasol]

[My is that chicken I smell coming towards the bedroom door?]

[chapter_behind]

[Shut up.

Chicken will be knocking now.]

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[Seated at her dresser, Alexia glances to the door.] Come in.

[Prudence is awake, but still relatively quiet.]

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[James lets himself in, going immediately to the bassinet, since mama is up and about. Cutest little girl baby! Can he hold her, please? Pleeeeeeeeeeeeeease?]

She is beautiful, Alexia.

[carriesparasol]

[Alexia gets up and takes another look at young Prudence.]

There is no need to lie, James. [She doesn't say it meanly. Just in her matter-of-fact, preternatural way.]

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You have no soul.

[He kisses her cheek affectionately, giving her a hug around her shoulder before scooping up the baby. No worries; he knows to support her head.]

[carriesparasol]

[Alexia can't help but smile juuuuust a little bit at that.]

Yes. I am quite aware of that fact. [Prudence squirms just a little in James's arms, but finds herself quite content there.]

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Settle down, poppet, it'll upset your mother if I drop you.

[Because he's likely to drop the tiny bundle that ways all of 6 pounds, sure. James settles her carefully in his arms, insinuating one of his fingers into her grip. BABIES ROCK.]

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I would too. Luckily it doesn't seem to have caught me doing anything particularly private yet.

I suppose it would be rude to ask if you're especially reckless. Are you?

oh right he should probably comment.

[atadflamboyant]

Well done, Lady Maccon.

[carriesparasol]

[Alexia watches all this with amused appreciation.]

You're quite good with her.

[carriesparasol]

I would suggest you avoid anything the community might use when such private events occur.

It has been said of me from time to time.

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Hmmm? [He's never thought about being particularly good with children. Isn't everyone?]

maybe. yeah.

[carriesparasol]

I thank you for your compliment, Lord Akeldama. I imagine we shall be back in London sooner, rather than later and you may meet your daughter in person.

[imagesmaydisturb]

I think I have too many cameras to avoid them altogether.

Then I'd guess you probably named her in vain. [Tact? Nahhh.]

tmw you forget which of your chars is *actually* in the cast...

[atadflamboyant]

I do look forward to it, my dear. It seems you had a simply fascinating night!

[carriesparasol]

She is quite taken with you. [Prudence's hand is firmly wrapped around her dear uncle's finger.]

[carriesparasol]

Oh? I only have the one. Strange contraption that it is.

We can only hope, I suppose.

[chapter_behind]

She's a very bright young lady. She sees the need for a mitigating influence in her life.

[Babycuddles.]

How are you, Alexia?

[cravats]

[What a state. Lyall shan't comment.]

I do like the names, my lady. Excellent choices.