It isn't easy, but it comes with its own rewards. Hard to say how long she'll be in the child's life, but it's been some time since she's looked after a baby this small, and she knows it doesn't last nearly as long as parents might hope.

Once again, she finds herself smiling at Ellana. "You're very kind. But tell me what you've been up to, lately. Surely you have enough to be getting on with on your own?"