Lunise kept her lips sealed while pressed up against Meesei's front. She laughed through her nose, as much bemused as ticklish with a wet nose brushing against her face. Still, she put her arms around Meesei in turn.

She caught Meesei's eyes when she looked down at her and finally spoke. "Well, the beast can like me all she wants. [i]You[/i] still owe me a goodnight kiss." She took a small breath. "Not to be rude but I do not desire wolf fur in my mouth and clothes."

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"No." Sabine shook her head and avoided Do'rhajul's eyes. "Just...I have to go, and I cannot leave you here alone, and..." She tripped over her words just enough for her face to tense up and tears to form. "I have had enough today."

She clenched her teeth and increased her pace. If she focussed on the path ahead, perhaps she would not start crying after the strong face she had to put on to everyone at the feast.