Vesta looks down at Jade’s outstretched hand for a long moment.

She hesitates, unsure of whether she should take it. Eventually, however, she reaches out and slips her hand into Jade’s. 

Her fingers close around it in a light, tentative squeeze. Her hand trembles slightly, and she steps closer to Jade.

“I need to go check on Zukar.” She pauses, glancing towards the city gates. “Can we talk at the vardo?”

Her gaze shifts briefly to Storm, and she gives the draconian a small nod of acknowledgment before looking back towards the gates. 

Behind her, Saige’s attention is fixed on Vesta’s hands. Her brow furrows.

She leans towards Storm, lowering her voice to whisper something to her.  

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