Archer returned to the Domain, where his siblings were sitting around smiling. When the group spotted him, they got happy. Oswyn jumped up and rushed in his direction before embracing him.
He didn't know what to do, but accepted the gesture as his older brother finally spoke. ''It's good to see you, Arch. I'm happy that you're alive and well.''
''I'm all right,'' he murmured, his voice steady yet warm as he returned the embrace. ''You all need to take a moment, rest, and regain your strength. You guys have been through enough for one day.''
Oswyn, his eyes bright with relief, nodded in silent agreement, stepping back just as their sisters hurried forward. Kestria, her brown hair catching the faint light, threw her arms around him with a fierceness that spoke of weeks spent in worry.
