Firefly Glen Here where once was found.

though sobeille was very much present, her mind was elsewhere as the thin band of seastriders left sapphique.

occasionally her ministrations were needed as puppies lagged or packmates paused for brief rest - during these times she urged them onwards, a little sharply — from time to time sharing a knowing look with chani.

an undercurrent of excitement rippled beneath her skin as at last the path broke into flatlands, where the great din of a massive gathering thundered overhead. she could scarcely wait to deposit the urchins in val and chacal’s capable stead — she practically bolted after chani without even a parting goodbye to her father and tante. suckers!