03-29-2010, 09:21 AM
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Xeris stood and listened in shock as Angel described what had happened. How could this have taken place? An intruder had invaded the Valley borders and caused this much trouble. A wave of rage flowed through her body suddenly, only to be soon overtaken by pity and sorrow. She sat down on the rocks beside the other female, hoping that her presence there would help. It pained her to see her packmate in such a state. And Pendzez had killed the offender? Xeris was slightly perplexed; her mate hadn't mentioned this to her at all. Perhaps he had withheld this to protect Angel. But that wasn't the relevant issue right now. The white-furred woman looked at her friend and spoke. "But you aren't weak," she said. "You're still here. You haven't given up, even after suffering." A small smile came to Xeris' face as she did her best to encourage her friend. "And you have your family here in Phoenix Valley. As a group, we'll keep each other strong, and we'll get through this." At the moment, Xeris felt that encouraging words were all that she could offer. "Maybe you should tell Jefferson or Geneva." A conversation with one of the leaders about this wouldn't necessarily be pleasant, but perhaps it was necessary. |