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It seemed odd that Olive spoke of being lucky to have her, considering that Lily had been there long before the pale woman. She didn't think of it in a haughty way; rather, she was thinking why she shouldn't be saying that herself. Olive and Seabreeze were additions, and damn good ones, too. They had changed the sanctuary for the better, and she was glad of it.

Well, ditto, Lily responded, laughing as she found the words inadequate. I'm glad you and Seabreeze and the children found us. We needed each other. We still do.

She flushed as Olive spoke of Khali, looking away with a grin. I didn't expect it, she admitted, rolling her eyes up to the canopy as she thought of their first encounter. He was so surly. But then I learned he was troubled. We grew closer, and then after Vilkas left. . . She shrugged, the water rippling around her. It just fell into place.

Lily sighed softly, glancing at the other. He's kind, and thinks of others first, the blackbird murmured. He's not the guy I ever thought I'd fall for. . .but I have, so that's that.