Open Sea

Everything is ready for departure and the emotions inside Astri's heart and her mates' are a mix of anxiety and curiosity about what they will see. It's time for goodbyes and Tyr is trying to hide his emotions and stay focused on his promise. 

Tyr hugs Astri tightly, trying to fill himself with her scent and courage. 

"Wait. I don't know when I'll be able to see her again. You will see her every day and I won't. Just this time, please." Tyr says before her mates act and remove her from his arms. 

Astri hugs him back, knowing he's being actually very contained. 

"Take care of yourself. Don't do anything reckless." She says. 

"You too… Please come back fast. I'll be waiting for you."

"Sure. We will keep in touch."

"I want you in my mind. Not Claud." 

Astri giggles and pokes his sides. 

"Just because of that, I'll be the one talking to you." Claud says with crossed arms to hold his jealousy at bay.