#tricou

Death incarnate blessed the House of Fallen Trees with its presence; the least it could do for a clan of faeries who turned to the darkness via the more wicked magics. Jennail had wished to be around long enough to see the birth of her granddaughter but she was denied this request and had to leave. Nylissit snatched at the sleeve of Jennail's dress before she faded, promising through tears that she would take care of everyone. The sight brought Delta back to all of her losses - mama, daddy, Mary, Dixie - and she silently resolved to be Nylissit's partner in watching over the House.

Minerva Steele was born only hours later, a little paler than the usual baby, but the perfect shape and size. The family gathered in the dining room to welcome her to the world, and to plan Jennail's farewell at Gothier Green Lawns.