Ravensblood Forest Letting Go

The Vicera had much to discuss with @Luka. She found him today lounging outside with Lorelai and her whelps. She cleared her throat to announce her presence, then greeted them all. "Good day. I hope I'm not intruding. Might I borrow Luka for a few moments?" She offered them all a small smile, especially the whelps — her nieces. It warmed her heart to see their small family growing, despite how it had come about.

When Luka had gotten to his feet, Violante said, "I thought you might accompany me on a patrol." They had not yet spoken privately, and she was going to change that, now. Violante did not speak for several long moments, not until they were out of earshot of the others.

"You seem to be doing better now that the whelps are older." Her tone was not accusatory, merely matter-of-fact.