“Motherhood seems to suit you, Inara,” Angelique remarked.
“I never thought so myself, until it happened,” Inara replied. “But now I wouldn't trade it for the 'Verse.”
“In some ways I envy you, dear.”
“You could always retire, find a husband...”
“I am far too old for children,” Angelique replied.
“Nonsense. Look at Allan there. He was fifty-four when Sara was born.”
“He didn't have to carry her though,” Angelique smiled.
-- Relics - Chapter 16 by Briglad