[ Claire doesn't have to finish her sentence. Children had yet to cross Hilda's mind as a serious thought, but she's heard of enough gossip from other noble families around Fodlan who had been in situations similar to Claire's. It's hard to put herself into those shoes, to even fathom that kind of scenario happening to her and what she would do if she were either party.

She'd like to think that she would still embrace the child with love, but perhaps the idealist in her.

Even though her offer is gently declined she smiles understandingly all the same. ]

No worries! Just know that the offer is always on the table when we're in Nocwich. And it really wouldn't take that long either. [ Claire's question draws a sheepish look onto Hilda's face as she resumes her work. ] It's all mostly self-taught, and even though I wouldn't say I know a lot. I just enjoy making accessories and pretty things.