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Towhee also wanted to leave this godforsaken island the moment Caracal was laid to rest. But when Heda departed the graveside with words she didn’t really understand, she made herself stay put and look to what was left of the children.

I’m going to head to Moonspear. Anyone who wants to come with me is welcome, she said simply, knowing they would find care and comfort with family in the Moon villages.

Towhee sat there beside her son’s tomb and looked at each of them, wondering when and where she would see them again if they decided to follow their mother or even stay here instead. It was a cruel, impossible decision and they were so young, though she would respect whatever choices they made.