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Lily grimaced, hesitating, but ultimately acquiesced. Why not try it out? Her muscles were stiff with nerves as she stepped into the water, shivering profusely almost immediately. Therapy by torture? she joked, chuckling weakly. She waded closer to Olive, hoping to leech some of the woman's warmth through osmosis, though still kept a few inches away. They weren't that close, yet.

She nodded, but didn't expect the question that came next. For the first time in a while, she answered truthfully. Yes, Lily said, teeth clacking slightly. I am very happy. We have a beautiful home and a fresh start. Khali has been so wonderful, Freddie is here. . .it's all perfect. Literally perfect. She looked over at Olive, beaming. Are you happy?

The pale fae seemed happy, but one could never be sure.