Endings and Beginnings

Corbie tilted her head, eyes bright with curiosity for a moment that blossomed into happiness as she suddenly recognized the call as Alarr. Her beta had been absent for a time, trying to help the young girl he had taken in find news of her lost family, so his call now could only mean that he had returned safely. Corbie was quick to answer his call, but slowed for a moment in confusion and concern at the sight of the girl next to him. Oh no - had they not been able to find her family after all? Poor darling. Orphaned and raised by another herself, she could feel only sympathy for the girl. "Alarr, it is good to see you again," she said, including both the beta and the girl in a quick smile, "both of you."