
Over, and over.
So she unraveled.
In front of him.
If I don't worry 'bout everyone else, I may jus' go crazy in my own head,she told him weakly, still trying to balance herself with some soft humor.
"You can talk about it ─ about Genghis."
Tiberii's gazed wavered. Part of her wanted to be angry, because that was easier — what was left to talk about? He was dead, and Tiberii had nearly killed everyone in an effort to recover an empty vessel. But did withheld her anger, because it wasn't meant for Hexx. She would save it for when she was alone.
The bull would sit, glancing toward her paws.
He cared 'bout everyone,she started. Like her. When she'd run away. He'd not only protected her, he'd supported her.
Had a big heart. An' he saw the worth in everyone, even if they'd made a mistake, ya know?She ran her tongue over her lips, blinking against the heat in her eyes. Tiberii had a father, of course. One that she respected and loved ... but Genghis ...
To me, he was Courage.
She'd finally lift her eyes.
Thanks,she hummed roughly.
Fer listenin' ... an' ... fer tryin' so damn hard ta save him.Tiberii owed the world to her packmates, and especially to Hexx.