Lilac and Gooseberries
Yen could sense Leah's concern as they had both read the same note upon their arrival.
"Not monsters like the letter said," she said soothingly. "These are merpeople that have helped the people on the island before. There is a chance that they can help us get home."
She climbed onto Leah's back, holding gently onto her fur. "You'll let me know if I get too heavy or uncomfortable for you, right?"
From the little time she had spent with Leah, she liked the other woman. She could tell that she had been hurt by someone close to her -- like recognizes like -- and she was looking forward to getting to know her more.
"They are probably others that we haven't met yet from Stroma," Yen said quietly. "Don't worry, if they turn out to be enemies I can hurt them with my magic."