Alpine Lake everyday adventures

She couldn't help but blush a little at Phox's greeting, at the brightness of his smile. Reverie had missed this; she'd missed having friends, a life outside of the shattered little family she'd dedicated herself to. If she was honest with herself, she missed the valley most of all, and the life she'd carved out for herself there.
Oh, that's okay, She assured him when he mentioned the message she'd delivered. So much has happened! It's a long story. This is my daughter, Blossom. Reverie stepped a little to the side to bring her daughter into view, but Blossom only hesitated for a moment before moving back behind her.
She's a little shy, Reverie explained with an apologetic smile. How are you? How is your family? They'd been grieving, last she'd heard, but enough time had passed that she hoped life had given them something to be happy for, too.