Dragoncrest Cliffs la sirene

they came without warning, the tears. they spilled out before the first sob, and then there were only a couple more shudders before lafayette managed to compose himself. 

thus, he wept quietly and carefully at his sister's bravery. he pressed his muzzle to her temple, and then shifted to embrace her, cheek rested upon her shoulder.

she try to save me? lafayette asked val, sniffling slightly. his cheeks were dark and wet, eyes glimmering even in the dim light of the den. but de sea save us both. an' i stay here until she wakes up.

gratitude beyond words. how could he ever thank her enough?