Pāhonoa te oro

She turned to thank Nerua—but the creature was already fading into the darkness. “Wait!” she called. “Will I see you again?” The glow lingered for a moment. And the voice returned— “Whenever you feel lost… I will be there.” ⸻ Liri swam home, no longer afraid. Because now she knew— Even in the deepest, darkest waters… there was always light. ⸻ The End