Broken Antler Fen birchwood

Ibis knew she was not alone, she had Wraen, Maia, and of course Teya; the others of Brecheliant too, once she got to know them. Still, when Teya confirmed this, Ibis was glad.

Yes, I must remember I have you. she says, meaning the collective, but leaning readily upon Teya in the moment. She sighs again, brushing her snout through the fine grain of the girls coat; contented and pacified.