Luminara moved first. She reached for Quinlan's arm. "Quinnie, let the girls return to your soul realm."
Miri nodded beside her. The human primordial's expression was uncharacteristically serious. "Even with our coating, they shouldn't be present for this. When Lilyanna enters, the realm will be overwhelmed by her energies. It's not safe."
Quinlan hesitated for only a heartbeat before giving a short nod. He turned toward his wives and allies. "You heard them. We'll resume the party soon. It probably won't take longer than a few minutes."
"Okay," Black Fang said, instantly slipping out of Hanae's clutch. She didn't need much convincing.
But unlike the ancient lady's accepting attitude…
Quinlan's words had barely settled when Rosie reacted.
She tightened instantly, arms locking around Luminara's waist as if the idea of separation had physically terrified her. Leaves shook loose from her hair as she buried her face against the elf primordial's side.
