Redhawk Caldera There'll be days you need me by your side

I hope so, she said. Everyone needs a sister, she said a little playfully, though she did believe that. She already had her own sister and now she was lucky to have even more, and brothers to go along with them. She would ask Teya about it when the time felt right.

Her expression turned more serious. Words bubbled in her heart, words that had been there for a long time and feelings she didn't know what to do with. Maybe mama would have something soothing to say. Mama.. she paused and took a deep breath. I've been thinking lately that maybe I could take a trip to the coast...on my own. She searched Maia's face for signs of disapproval. It's not that I don't love my family and our home, but I don't know, I want to explore the world a little more. It would only be for a little bit if I did go; I could never be gone from home for too long. She was rambling so she paused and looked at her mom as she waited for her response.