[private] Not All That Glitters is Gold [Jack]

[Jack in the Box]

Jack lay there, weak and exhausted, his breaths coming in shallow gasps. As he opened his eyes, he saw Aurora, and a faint nicker escaped his lips. "I thought you were gone," he murmured, feeling the residual warmth of the embers around him. Sensing her presence, he relaxed, her gentle touch bringing him solace. With great effort, he raised his head and tenderly nudged her before resting it back down. "I'm sorry," he managed to say.

Struggling to rise, he felt the stiffness in his limbs, reminiscent of a young foal learning to stand. As he gazed at the approaching sunrise, a sense of gratitude washed over him, a silent thank you to the unseen forces for granting him a second chance. Turning to Zain, he confronted him with a defiant look. "Leave. This is my family now," he declared with a snort.

Positioning himself protectively between Zain, Aurora, and the newborns, he stood tall, a clear message that Zain was no longer welcome.

@ AuroraElis @ Zain