Satine was only mildly startled when the voice joined hers. She turned and saw Raven. A smile so true spread across her face. The sight of her companion lifted her spirit from the depths of sadness that had been threatening to drown her for quite some time.
Crossing the room quickly, Satine approached Raven and stood before her, beaming. "Raven," she said, happiness in her voice. "How have you been my friend?"