The good news: no blood was shed today.
Which, considering the earlier misunderstanding about babies and the number of sharp tools lying around, was a miracle.
In fact, the baby-making consultation started and ended without a hitch. Heads were still attached to shoulders. No parents were sent to the medical bay. And best of all, Elder Pao Xi confirmed that the animals were indeed of breeding age. Once their heat cycles came, he'd try pairing them up.
It was great news.
…Though Ollie, who had now entered his soft era of empathy, felt compelled to whisper sweet nothings to Queen Lulu and her fellow cows.
"Stay strong," he murmured, patting Queen Lulu gently. "Don't let him bully you. You all deserve love."
The 'him' in question was their shared husband. Because apparently, these cows would share one guy. Just one.
