"Definitely true, most queens I feel-" he ducked as she took a swipe at his face "-Would not wish to go into hibernation just to stave off-" another dodge "-Hunger until we reached our destination. Preferring to feed when necessary even though we're trying to move away from it."

Todd took a blow to the ribs and struck out, missing her. "I'm glad you and she have become as friendly as you have. At this rate-" he grinned "She might kick me out and appoint you commander instead"