Hara's Legacy by Bianca D'arc

of the family Justin had given her. Caleb nodded. “She’s also pregnant with Justin’s child, and about as far along as you are, I think.” Mara’s head tilted and a frown of concentration creased her light eyes. “Justin’s child?” Caleb nodded again, though the Justin shifted his feet, uncomfortable. “Yes. I had an illness as a child that resulted in low sperm count as an adult. Jane’s always wanted a child and I wanted that for her, so my brother, Justin, did the honors. It’s not conventional and it’s not the way things would have been done in the old world, before your people came, but we’ve come to terms with our new world as much as we can.” “Very sensible.” Mara accepted his statement, not recognizing the emotional depth of their words or actions. “Would you like to come inside and meet Jane?” Caleb asked politely, indicating the house in the distance. Mara nodded and ordered most of the warriors to stay near the ship, taking only the one who’d spoken. “The leader of our guard will come as well. He is Grady Prime,” Mara introduced the warrior succinctly. “Highest ranked Grady onplanet?” Caleb asked with a wink that was totally lost on the aliens, though Mara did seem impressed with his logic. The soldier bowed his head briefly in acknowledgement as they all began walking toward the house. “Are all Gradys soldiers?” Grady nodded affirmative though he remained vigilant and protective of the two scientists. “The Grady bloodline is warrior stock. Most end up in traditional warri