The next morning Nayla and Traylor are laying in bed wrapped around one another. Apollo and Cortia have been talking most of the morning. That is after Nayla and Traylor finally stop making love. Apollo is worried about Catori fighting in the upcoming battle. He asks her to stay close to him while fighting. So that he can protect her and their pup. He knew that he would be wasting his time asking her not to fight. After hours of disagreeing with Apollo, she finally agrees not to leave his side. Azarious mind-link Traylor that he and Galen need to speak to him. "Damn" Traylor mumbles as is steering around in bed. He kisses the top of Nayla's head, which is laying on his chest. He is slowly trying to slide his arm from around her. But she pulls him into her closer and tightens her hold