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mireille's would-be meandering was cut short.
her scarlet ears lifted in confusion and worry as druid's eyes filled with tears.
but the touch the other girl offered was soothing in a way that mireille had not known was necessary. she drew in a breath as her own eyes wettened in response. the sea-child pressed her cheek against that of the forest-girl.
"maman says she will become a loa. she will watch over sapphique."
it was all she could say before her throat constricted.