They were honestly both still stunned. New plans would need to be made in consideration of this, of course. Lahabrea felt like a bit of a fool, of course.

“No, I have about a thousand more questions,” Lahabrea said. Hades’ presence multiplied, stifling the air. “...But my questions can wait.”

“I’m not going to squash it,” Hades said petulantly, finding the right angle. He cast a barrier around the egg though, just in case. He nestled around it protectively and controlled his temperature to optimal where he felt the egg’s aether truly balanced.