Not Alone

“This feeling is unlike anything I’ve ever had before. It’s one I can’t shake.”

Leahcim realized nothing he could say would change Markka’s mind. He reached across the table and held her paws in his hands. He felt them tremble. He continued to hold her until he could no longer feel her tremors.

“The job we do is dangerous, and we’re never guaranteed of coming back from a mission. I could tell you to sit this one out, but I know you. Since you feel so strongly about this one, remember this: You’re not alone. And you won’t be alone.”