"In time, all Fylgjas will have ten tails and be strong enough to prevent the atrocities of the past from repeating themselves. It won't erase my crimes or shame but my legacy won't be one of slaughter and madness anymore."
Tezka's bodies shapeshifted into small fox cubs that sneaked under the blankets and replaced the plushies in the children's arms. Even in their sleep, Frey and Filia felt the softer fur and the warmth of the Suneater and held him tight to their chests.
"No one shall hurt you again. No one."
***
Blood Desert, Salaark's palace, at the same time.
A few days had passed since Lith had left with his mother and sisters. Aran and Leria came to the Desert every day for the magical lessons and even though they missed their mothers, they were happy children.
