"You can put it off for longer if you desire," Xyveris said.  "However, that would mean you are most likely not going to be able to do your seven within the span of one month.  It would push it out longer.  Entirely up to you."  Xyveris would merely watch the interaction between her and the child, a rare smile upon his face.<br/><br/>The child would be gurgling happily at her, even when she asked how she liked the world.  The tentacle would withdraw when she pulled her hand back, but he'd still be writhing and wriggling.  "He enjoys your touch," Xyveris said.  "And he's still wondering how he managed to be born out of you without something bad happening."