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She didn't seem keen to dwell on it. It's not so hard to believe, she replied, remembering the intensity he'd held in searching. The easy comfort of her there now, her brother's clear protectiveness... this year felt different. They were bound more closely than the others had seemed, even after nearly a year past.

And now an honest question, one that no one else had asked. Some because they knew, some likely because they would rather not. It is. She admitted, softly. Only a select few could deliver that answer from her. But it doesn't change what's important. I'm just happy your maman has Chacal, and you, and your sister and brothers to help her too.

It was still hard to think about. Feeling her age more than ever these days, trying not to dwell on it. Forcing herself to press forward as if time simply didn't exist was the easiest way to manage.