"That's great to hear." Lith nodded. "Aran and Leria went through much less yet they have only recently recovered. I doubt they would have made it without Grandma so what's your secret?"
"It's all thanks to Zogar." Zinya puffed her chest out with pride. "His 'children' spent a lot of time with Filia and Frey, never leaving them alone. In their human form, they made the kids feel protected and part of the family.
"Whenever they had to shapeshift, Zoreth and the others always assumed an adorable-looking form that seemed out of a children's book. Having powerful creatures that looked like giant fluffy pets made wonders for their nerves, especially Tezka.
"He never leaves their side, even when they go to school. It's only thanks to him that I can sit here comfortably, knowing that wherever they are, my little ones are safe."
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Ernas Arch Duchy, at the same time.
