Guess Who Just Got Back Today

The vast plain stretched out before them, spotted with rocks and boulders of all shapes and sizes, leading down to a stony beach where the river met the sea. It was a breathtaking sight, one that filled her with a sense of awe and wonder. Not that it wasn’t particularly beautiful- it was a quite lovely place. But most importantly, it was home. Taking a glance around, she could practically see for miles from this lookout point. Mid-autumn cast a golden glow over the landscape, the sun shining brightly in the clear sky. The air was crisp, carrying the faint scent of saltwater and the promise of a cool breeze. Taking a deep breath, the familiar scent of home mingled with the salty air, filling her with a sense of peace and contentment. They were home.

It had been almost a year since she and Malico had left, embarking on a journey that took them far from the familiar shores of our island home. In their time away, she had completed her healer training- as completed as it could be. One of the things she learned was a healer would never be done training. But her stays with the allied packs Valta and Hallows had given her the opportunity to learn new skills- all the while encountering unique individuals along the way. A wry grin was brought to her expression as she couldn’t help but think of the interesting old woman, Iolaire. And then of course … Caedes.

Now, standing on the edge of this vast plain, she could practically smell the beaches of Alias Island, the thought of home filling her with anticipation. She couldn’t help but be anxious about what the future held, but at the same time, was relieved to be back after the long and sometimes challenging journey. She turned to Malico, her brother and constant companion- her protector- and offered him a gentle grin. "We're almost there," she said softly, her voice filled with muted excitement and relief. "Can you believe it?" She asked, but perhaps more for herself than her brother. As they began to make our way down to the beach, the familiar sights and sounds of home welcoming us back with open arms. As Alias Island came into view in the distance, she was glad that her Raven had gone ahead to announce their return.

"Mariah Mendacium"