"She's alright, birthing twins is quite the event." Eugene had been around for Theseus's birth and that had taken its toll on Astrild; having two must have been a feat. "She will be fine with enough rest." Eugene didn't pester, got most of his information through their mother, but he would visit when everyone was up to it. His mother was quite convinced that Helga would come around soon enough and that was good enough for Eugene.

Holding out his own cup as Lena went for the brandy, he appreciated her generous addition before stirring it and taking a sip. Yes. That was the trick. He leaned back again, adjusting his hips to get more comfortable and sighed softly. "I haven't been yet. Waiting to be invited." Eugene, though the older brother, was not dumb enough to show up at Aldous Crouch's home uninvited. Not if he wanted to see his nephews any time soon. "We could go together for a short visit if you like." Theseus would be over the moon. He loved going to see Selene and Nat when the opportunity arose.