Dragoncrest Cliffs and be yourself my ally in love’s battle

The first run, it seemed, would inspire some fear.  Not a bad outcome, she thought, her heartbeat slowing again as she caught Erzulie's look.  She'd worried when her wife disappeared into the waves, watching as tense as the rest, but of course she'd surfaced fine.  They were right to fear the water, but fear was not something that should stop them.  If they learned and respected the waves, the ocean held little danger.  Rosalyn cast her glance across them, wondering who would seek to learn and who would allow fear to halt them.

Congratulations, Njord.  Rosalyn said, with more warmth than she'd shown in a while.  And well done, Merlin, Vex.  New to the ocean and the pack but still willing to try.  She couldn't help but let her gaze drift after Chacal and Valravn... both gone, disappeared at some point during the race.  Disappointment gripped her, but she kept herself standing firm.  The sea is a mighty foe; it isn't easy to test her.  Both had earned a marked place with them today despite not winning.  They could have walked away as well, but chose not to.

After a swim like that, I think some food may be in order.  She added after a moment, smiling and beckoning.  Erzulie and Merlin could follow when they were ready.  Together they could celebrate their new Ruby and share in a meal... and after, Rosalyn could seek out their children.