“As you say- father.” Ardala chanced the word and was startled to find herself pulled into a tight hug.

“Oh, my darling.” There was a held back sob in the voice of the High King of Faerie. “I never thought to see this day, but you’ve come back to me, and I have never been so happy.” He held her for a moment before setting her back and looking at her. “You have your mother’s height and beauty, and I am so pleased to see it again.”

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