Just as Lily finished her farewells with her three companions, a swarm of mice scurried out from the countless shadowy corners of the dock.0

Their fur was still a vibrant array of color but they had started to wear hastily stitched together fabric as their clothes.0

"Everyone, I'm so sorry, but I can't take you guys with me. I'm not from this world, but you are. Stay here and be good, alright?"0

Hearing Lily's words, the mice gathered around her and squeaked continuously, and their voices were filled with apparent desperation.0

"Don't be like this. You didn't do anything wrong. It's my fault. I'm your leader but I've been too reckless before and never thought about what's best for you.0

"If you need anything from now on, go find Bandages. He'll help you. But remember, no...0