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the sand was sodden with saltwater spat from amelie's lungs; lasher's throat gave a soft whine as he thrust his muzzle beneath her own, to tilt her head to one side and further expel the treacherous waters. she said nothing, but taltos did see the expression upon her face, and his gaze flickered briefly to the brine that had swallowed the girl.

amelie, he said softly, against the curve of one wet ear. if you can hear me, or know who i am, blink twice, dear. to punctuate his words, the beta demonstrated the action unto amelie, and lowered his body to the sand to encompass her with his warmth.