Broken Boulder cause I'm still breathing on my own

You have skills, He insisted automatically. Like... people skills. I don't have those. The Governor's last few words were lighthearted, but he meant it. Lily had an easy charm about her that he envied— and a good head on her shoulders. He envied that, too. I think you could make it, somewhere else— but we're lucky to have you here.
It did make her a valuable packmate in times like these— and an even more valuable friend. Emotion swelled heavily in his chest again. We'll always be family. The boy murmured, so low it was almost inaudible. He was sure nothing could separate him from his friends but death, now.
At her next words, Alarian offered a weary but grateful smile. Thanks. He bumped his nose gently against Lily's cheek, thinking he was lucky to have her here. Eager to pass out for 14 hours, probably rest for awhile, he turned to collapse in his den, not entirely certain he'd still be awake when his friend came back.