Ocean's Breath Plateau Truth is hard

rodyn was far too gracious—though he supposed he'd take the same approach in the younger man's paws. he'd always been more than happy to help those who needed it, and find a way after the fact to support them.

thank you, he murmured. he looked toward the sea, which was just now being touched by rising sunlight, the glimmer almost painful to look at—directly, at least.

i am going soon, though, adi went on, giving a shrug. chakliux and i discussed this. if i can't find him, then he says he'll go. he cares a lot about dutch—they're bonded, and i'm glad my son has a friend in this world like that.

he fell quiet again, enjoying the gentle morning breeze against his cheek, the first morning rays on his pelt. his eyes slowly closed, and remained so when he spoke again.

the sea is my home. i am so happy to be back beside it.