Horizon Ridge a lannister always pays their debts

It took Cassiopeia longer to recognize her, and why wouldn't it? Maegi had changed much more dramatically in the past seasons than had the young woman. When they had last met, she was scarcely more than a roly-poly ball of fur. Now she was grown—for better and for worse. The injured side of her mouth twitched awkwardly at the thought.

But finally—Maegi.

Cass, she said in response, not a question now but an affirmation. Her face split in the most radiant smile she had expressed in moons, as if she were that small child again. You made it. Yes, damn it, and against all odds. Despite everything. You. . .

She swallowed, feeling the confused mix of sadness and anger from her youth bubble up within her. The curve of her lips stayed, but it grew colder, harsher. Where did you go? Maegi asked. Why did you leave and not even say goodbye?