Quite the list. [alex is going to be SO well fed. damn.] I wish you nothing but success, Shadowheart. May you find the answers you're seeking.

[and ideally, may she be satisfied with them. but somehow that seems less likely.]

You'll see everyone again in due time. Though not too soon, I would hope. [because they're all going to die some day.] Until then, a place in the countryside and some pets doesn't sound awful.