Redhawk Caldera If the world would end today

Even if he wasn't happy with the circumstances, Eljay seemed to get his emotions at least partially under control. Elwood felt like he was looking at his son through a haze, but he was able to recognize that the eldest Blackthorn was stepping up for his little brother and sister; he bravely gathered Liffey and began to guide her home.

Elwood moved to follow, though his feet felt like they were made of lead. He did pause long enough to shoot what he hoped was a grateful glance in Peregrine's direction; he wasn't quite sure if his expression could convey any of his feelings properly. And then he shuffled away, trailing behind Eljay and Liffey.