The Combat Department was aware of Eric and Sylvia's long-standing marriage without children, but they refrained from intervening due to Eric's profession as a holistic physician. Nonetheless, they hoped Eric would eventually have offspring, preferably a son, to carry on his legacy.

Eric grinned broadly in confirmation. "She's at least a month pregnant now, and we're expecting a daughter!"

"That's wonderful! A daughter can be just as capable as Ruth," Pierce remarked enthusiastically.

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