Drusilla was the first to dive in, and she hugged Dahlia. "No promises there either, but we'll try!"
The others followed, Selene with a shy embrace, Zahara with a fierce one, Dominique with a respectful nod, and Alice with a quick squeeze. Nivara hesitated, then offered a curt but genuine handshake, her usual sharpness softened for the moment. Yuki was next; her goodbye was special to him.
She started with him, wrapping her arms around his waist and resting her head against his chest. ''I'll miss you,'' she said simply, voice muffled. ''Blackwood County's not too far, so don't be a stranger.''
Raegar couldn't help but lift the older woman's chin and place a passionate kiss against her soft lips, her pink hair tickling his nose. ''Wouldn't dream of it. Tell my parents I'll visit soon, yeah?''
She nodded, pulling away with a grin. ''Will do.''
