[ Saber watches as the chick settles into Dextera's hand, its head burrowing feebly into the warmth of his palm. Then she looks to the expression of quiet but powerful joy on Dextera's face. She has ever seen love bloom so beautifully in a person. ]

It has been a journey, but a worthwhile one. Congratulations, Dextera. I know you will care for Bagel as dearly as if he were your own child.