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Her mama’s declaration made Ani’s heart soar. Maia approved! It meant a lot to her, though the Auspex quickly voiced what Ani had suspected: there was more to the story than living happily ever after.

After assuring Ani they could discuss those details, Maia asked the girl about her crush. A great intake of breath met this inquiry, Ani sucking in a lungful of oxygen in preparation to absolutely regale her mother.

He’s so handsome, Mama Maia! He has red fur, just like a fox, and the prettiest eyes! They’re the bluest blue that ever blued! Ani cackled. He’s taller than me and kinda thin. And he’s sooooo sweet! He said I had a pretty name and he gave me a few new ones, like qupanuaq. That means ‘songbird,’ isn’t that lovely?!