Moonspear this land

She agreed, albeit reluctantly. He felt the fear and misgivings coming off her in waves, and tucked her close in his embrace. He wished he could envelop her entirely—shield her from all pain and doubt. Make her understand that none of this had been her fault.

No matter what, I promise that I'm with you, Killdeer told her—quietly, fervently. Wherever we go, whoever we settle with, I'll be there. We'll make it, together.

Amalia had been a steadfast friend—and he would be the same for her as a mate.

He pulled back and kissed the crown of her head, smiling gently. We'll have to let the others know, Killer remarked. I'll tell my daughters if you handle Alaric. I haven't really gotten to know him all that well, as bad as that sounds.