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It was meant to be, after all. Maegi heard the call and her ears cupped forward, not recognizing the sound at first. As she approached, though, she spotted the shadow at the edge of the trees and couldn't resist a smile that oozed over her lips. Her eyes sparkled as she drew to a halt, tail flagging behind her in greeting.

Back so soon? she asked, an uncharacteristic mischief entering her voice, before fading again. It's good to see you again, uh. . . The Melonii paused, pursing her lips in some embarrassment. Had she forgotten the woman's name entirely? I'm sorry, I don't know if we were properly introduced last time. Maegi, she offered, just in case she had been remiss.

Why are you here? she wondered, but it was a question that could wait a little bit—even if her curious brain demanded the answer immediately.