Northstar Vale running down to the riptide

Liri brimmed with genuine pleasure to hear of Diaspora's good fortune, and Rue couldn't help but admire the alpha's optimism. It took a certain brand of strength and courage for her to allow herself to dream so big and build her hopes so high, especially now that she had experienced how it could all be lost in a heartbeat. 

The mention of Mahler sparked Rue's curiosity, but Liri did not speak any more details. The statuesque Kapitan of Diaspora often found his way into her thoughts, even at the most unlikely times. Such as now. "That would be wonderful," Rue sighed out, although she was unable to keep the edge of doubt from her voice. 

For a long moment Rue struggled over what to say. 

"I wonder if you could use some help with that.. with.. getting established." Rue spoke softly, eyes searching Liri's expression. "Help from a close friend, perhaps." Diaspora's ranks were filled with strangers now; there were many who could step into Rue's pawprints and few who would truly miss her. Not only was this where Rue was needed, this was where she belonged. Here, beside Liri, beside the only person in the Teekons who Rue considered true family. If she was at Liri's side, there was no risk that a line would be drawn in the sand between them.