Sea Lion Shores when the shadow comes to take me away

The voice again. It cut through her despair and this time she recognized the word. Someone else sought what she did… and suddenly she recognized the voice. Perhaps she had not failed after all.

Val. She croaked, though her exhausted voice was lit within by a clear note of hope. They could seek her together. She’s waiting. I have to find her.

He would understand. He would lead her home, and together they would find his maman upon the shore. She was so glad to hear his voice.