Hushed Willows how came her eyes so bright? not with salt tears:

he did not protest when their father gently guided the trio towards the border. although he’d gotten more brave when he strayed from the den, he was still hesitant. but when his family was with him (even minnow was there now!) he always felt safe.

a visitor awaits them. unlike his siblings, aeryn didn’t jump to greet her. he was a timid thing, always retreating into himself. he offers a soft smile and mutters, hi...