**Rose PoV**
The soft glow of the evening light filtered through the window as I cradled Anis in my arms, the gentle rise and fall of her little body bringing me a sense of calm amidst the chaos of the day. She was peaceful, blissfully unaware of the dangers lurking outside our door. I couldn't help but smile down at her, the warmth of her tiny form reminding me of the hope we all clung to.
But as I gazed at Anis, a flicker of worry crept into my mind. "Where could Saffron be?" I wondered aloud, glancing toward the door. He had left earlier, and while I understood his need to clear his head, I couldn't shake the feeling that he might be pushing himself too hard, especially with everything that was happening.
Koyuki, perched nearby, noticed my distraction. "He's been gone a while," she said, her voice soft yet filled with concern. "Do you want to go look for him?"
