Darahil reacted to Meesei's injury in the same way that he reacted to most things; with stoic silence. He was understanding and discreet, but this time there were extended pauses where tacit feelings were conveyed. They could have been anything from concern, to mere contemplation. However, the ingredients were given freely as Sabine needed.

By the time they reunited with their friends, Sabine had forgotten that she wasn't in a relationship with Peiter before they left. Sabine was worried when they all turned their heads in astonished silence. She thought they were staring at Peiter's missing arm. They were actually staring at them holding hands. It wasn't until Sabine's Nord friend, Frieda, shrieked in excitement and hugged them both that relief began to set in. She wished she had more time to catch up with them all.

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The morning of the pack's third day back was the closest that felt to normality yet. Despite the reorganisation and the new leaders, they were back into a routine in a warm home with their friends. That feeling was somewhat shaken by Meesei's announcement.

The pack reacted with curiosity at Meesei's words. Normally, such things were presented with more gravity and sureness. Meesei would ask them all to pay attention rather than immediately interrupting them. Regardless, this was still significant news.

"...Visitors?" Janius said. He tilted his head and furrowed his brow in uncertainty. "Well that's...good news? Was that all? What did you see, exactly?"

Fendros spoke as well. "Indeed. It's been so soon since we arrived. This is sudden."