Shimmer let out a small “oof!” as she felt Savannah fling herself at Shimmer, surprised at first, but soon she wrapped her arms around the girl, holding her close. “I will be Sav, I promise. I’m never gonna leave you, and I’ll always be there to protect you.” She said, her eyes growing misty. “I love ya, squirt.”
“I-I love you too, but– b-b-but…”
“I-Is there anything I.. I could do that would make you leave me? I-I just have to know s-s-so.. so.. I don’t m-mess up again.” She began to sniffle, curling up.
Joseph, sensing what was going on, grumbled and hobbled into the room. “Got ya a popsicle. Didn’ think yer friend was gonna be here. … Hi, Skittles.”
“Look at me, Savannah.” Shimmer said, gently lifting the girls chin up and ignoring Joseph. “I’m not going to leave you. Ever, no matter what you do. I care too much about you to do that.”
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