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The boy felt a rush of relief at Lanawyn's words; her hesitance didn't go unnoticed, but if she cared enough to say it-- perhaps he could salvage the rest. He nosed her cheek again, then bounced happily before he began to lead the way back to the cave.
Ali talked all the way, occasionally pausing in his narration of his life after he had met Lennon and Korei to remind his sister how happy he was to have found her. He had a terrible tendency to repeat himself when he was excited, and few things could match the amount he was feeling right now. His family meant more to him now than ever, and the boy fully intended to make sure Lanawyn knew that.