Re: Christmas spirit is in short supply. "That was quick." Well he wasn't wrong. Zap pursed her lips with a puzzled, deflated feeling but then Nate snared her for a hug and she felt the butterflies leave her belly. She'd been on edge about telling him because, as with most royal traditions and duties, Nate was judgemental. Her hands rested on his back and she breathed a moment to calm her nerves before she pulled back and swallowed.
"Y-" yes. She grinned at his question and he came to the answer all on his own. "Yes, she'll be called Astrid," she revealed, quietly. There were passersby. Then: "I wanted you two to be there, for dinner," Eva added because she considered him and Brayden family. She smiled up at the dumb, grumpy wizard with fondness and patience. Even if he didn't want to attend, Brayden could come along - and the cheese would flow.