Alrighty, I'll think about claiming it. I got a few posts I need to write, so I'll think about it as I do that.
Anyway, tentative interest in Patty's Son. If it's possible to make him a Meister, then totally taking Patty's son. Full stop
EDIT: After typing up the aforementioned posts, falling asleep, and considering the situation; I have come to the decision of reserving Black Star's middle son and perhaps doubling up on Patty's Son if Mellon still insists upon giving him to me.