The Sentinels Hakuna Matata

Kirain’s expression softened at Solenya’s sweet reaction. The pain she had clung to so tightly finally loosened its grip. She let it go, allowed it to fade. There was no use dwelling on the past—that wasn’t what the Sanctum stood for. And if she could help her companion find love... well, that wouldn’t be so bad either.

The hug caught her off guard, but she returned it without hesitation, holding the lupine close.

I will be, she murmured. I’ll be back before you know it. Hopefully with some news from Rodyn. A light laugh escaped her, teasing warmth behind her words.

As Solenya turned away, wishing her well, Kirain began to make her way toward the river. With a glance over her shoulder, she called out, Be well, my lupine!