I remember so little of my pregnancy most of it spent in bed not being allowed to do much if anything for myself, Thomas took care of my every need at my feet at all times I asked it of him. until one day he was off doing something, I wasn't sure he didn't tell me and Lucas was here to keep me company also because I believe Thomas may have threatened him to some extend if he were to leave me alone.

"How are you holding up?" He asked

"Uhh... its hard work, little guy's always kicking, always feeding" I explain holding my stomach as it kicked again

"Should hope it's a little guy..." he muttered as he sipped some tea

"What do you mean?" I asked

"You do know what'll happen if you have a girl?" He asked

"No... Why?" I asked

"Y/n The fate of your child rests completely in its gender here"

"Lucas... what will happen if I have a girl?"

"Thomas will be dishonoured by his family, your daughter taken from you to be raised by the Blood Moon women on the mountain until she's old enough to be married to someone" He explained "Thomas could lose his place in the aree when his father passes on the crown if he fails to produce a son with the bride he was given. If you have a daughter he may not speak to you until you get pregnant again"

"why would they do all that?" I asked cradling my stomach

"That's how they work, their society is completely heir driven, without one both of you are worthless here, if you still don't have a son after a few years they may exile you both, as well as your children"

"What if he's a boy?"

"Then he will make Thomas equal standing with his brothers in the eyes of his father, he will have to fight for the crown when his father relives it, He could be the king someday"

"Would he have to fight with his brothers for the crown when Thomas relives it?" I asked

"He would unless when Thomas is king you convince him to change the rules"