Fendros was quietly confused by Ahnasha's words. He looked over his shoulder at her and asked. "Hurry where? Have you got an assignment today? I thought you said you were free for the naming day."

So caught up in the celebration was Fendros that mortality was hardly on the forefront of his mind.

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Leaning the side of his head against hers, Gallus resumed his embrace of Ri'vashi. He rocked them both gently from side to side, letting Ri'vashi pour out her grief and shock.

"You know, I can't imagine your burden," Gallus murmured by Ri'vashi's ear. "I never lead a clan, I never directed a campaign..." He took a deep breath and sighed. "...I hope that what has happened to you won't befall anyone else, let alone myself. Even so, I want you to remember that we're here for you. I'm here for you, to support you. Even with what you've lost, you're not alone, Vashi." Gallus pat a hand on Ri'vashi's back and held her a little tighter. "You're not alone."