Stone Circle Come visit your new siblings

If she thought about it, Steph wouldn't be all that surprised that Clary had told their mother about their adventure. Her sister was all heart, and Valette was right, not a good liar. At least Valette wasn't mad about it, which Steph counted as a blessing.

She listened as her mother explained the dynamic between herself and Uncle Xan. She supposed it made sense for them. But, if Steph was in that role, she couldn't imagine being distant from Clary or Ezra. Even now, when they were out on their adventures, Steph knew it would be just like old times when they got back. 

Then there were her packmates. They were just like blood family to her. Steph, like her mother, didn't really differentiate. Regardless of how they came to be, they were her family. I understand, she said. And she did. She wasn't sure how that would equate to her lack of a relationship with Xan, but she supposed it wasn't all that important right now. 

Her eyes went back to her new siblings, smiling as she realized her family had just gotten that much bigger. Alright, she began. I will let you and them rest. But let me know if you need anything, okay? she said pointedly, looking at Valette. She wanted to make sure her mother had everything she needed.