"Everything I have and will ever have is yours, Porthos," says Aramis, filled with quiet joy at the thought of their joining in yet another way. "Naming is a powerful thing, and I know you have chosen yours with care. Du Vallon, for the man you wished to be and made yourself, and now d'Herblay. No one could be more honored than I to know that you have chosen my own, as well."

Aramis swallows, finding his voice has gone a touch unsteady. "Perhaps Ana Lucia if it is a girl. Our Lucie."