"He and I have spoken... He wants to be like us. I explained to him that he is perfect as he is. But he longs to be like you." She combed her fingers through the short hair on the side of his head. "Gabriel and I talked about it before they were born. About giving them immortality. I don't suppose if they want it..." She trailed off. She'd had the conversation with Ashley and James so far. Emma had yet to ask about it.
She watched him as he wiped his eyes. "No, not at all. I often sit out in the rain, it's refreshing. And it helps hide the tears." Her thumb brushed away the left over tear trail.