Shelter
06-14-2013, 03:46 PM
Walk | Talk | Think
The wintry weather had hardly abated by the time they reached the edge of the Glaciem territory. Snow didn't fall from the sky, but winds continued to pick up the uppermost layer of it that sat upon the ground and blew it around them, crating a flurry that was difficult to see through at times. Mercianne stuck close to Toprak, still rather nervous about losing her friend somewhere in the disorienting mess of the storm and hoping that they might reach their destination without getting separated. So far they had done well, their quick paws and close proximity preventing the snows from losing them, but with them now creeping up on the border to her pack's territory Merci's new worry was crossing that invisible barrier without realizing and incurring some sort of punishment for her friend.
"We should be close," she said above the noise of the wind, dark brown eyes squinted while she continued to move them closer and closer to the lands where she lived. The fact the weather was causing the whole snowy scene to look unfamiliar and foreign was no help. Had the winds been calm, she would have had no trouble whatsoever locating the edge of the Glaciem lands, would have had no worries about crossing the border unintentionally. As they neared, her steps slowed, her attention focused upon the snowfield that stretched before them. If she could barely recognize where she was upon the border then how was she to find them shelter once they got there?
She started to worry, her ears folding back against her head as they moved while she continued to look about expectantly for something - anything - that might help her regain her bearings. Help came in the form of a tree. It was isolated, mostly covered in snow, but with a definable curve to its trunk from the winds that typically raced across this area of the territory. Mercianne stared at it attentively, her steps hurrying once again toward it, and with relief she saw the dark figure of the mountainside creeping up into view behind it. They had crossed the border into Glaciem territory, but she hoped they were still near enough to it not to cause an alarm. "I know where we can go," she piped up, her voice easy and relaxed once again with a small, matching smile on her face. She continued to lead him past the tree and toward the mountain's base, pacing along its side in search of a gap or crevice where they might wait out the storm before letting someone know of their new visitor.
06-18-2013, 03:32 AM
((OOC my god a big RP XD silly you)) Toprak half lead till he got to a certain point when Merci pointed out that they should be near. He slowed down slightly and let her take the lead, her body language she seemed to get slightly upset. Toprak wanted to cheer her up, and walked closer to her, up untill she saw a tree. She got happy again, her ears perked up. This tree was bent a bit, most likely due to the heavy winds blowing this poor thing, and now grew like that. Almost like that Merci took off, and in a heart beat Chris took off, catching up to her. As they headed to the base of a mountain. Merci said she knew what they could go, as they looked for a cave type place where they could hide out till morning. After a while they both found a place, it was kinda small but the both of them could get in, as they did, Toprak nuzzled Merci gently, as began to fall asleep. "G-good night...nice job Merci thank you for saving us" Speech, |
06-18-2013, 10:55 PM
Walk | Talk | Think
Toprak spotted the alcove before she did, leading the way into the tight space with a renewed confidence now that he, too, knew where they were going. Mercianne stopped half inside the small enclosure, shaking her pelt gently as her dark brown eyes adjusted to the faint light. It was hardly big enough for the both of them to fit comfortably, would no doubt draw them closer once they had settled in, but with the winds working their magic outside and driving up flurries that were near impossible to see through at times she knew better than to press their luck by trying to find something else. They could make do.
With a smile of relief, the creamy white wolf padded the last couple steps into the small space and turned once before settling herself upon the cool stone floor of the cavern, curling tightly in place. She smiled with a little duck of her head as Toprak nuzzled her goodnight, murmuring an answering, "You're welcome. Good night," in return. As she settled her head upon the ground, her tail coming up to rest over her nose, she considered the likelihood of someone stumbling upon them before the weather became better. Surely a little sleep would be fine? The winds couldn't die down that quickly, could they? Hoping that no one might become defensive if they did stop by where they currently rested, Mercianne sighed gently to herself and closed her eyes, ears still alert as she relaxed though tried not to slumber.
OOC: What? That's how I usually write. I like being descriptive. xD Also, you referred to your wolf as Chris. x3
06-19-2013, 11:32 AM
Toprak could not rest as easily as Merci did, he laid there unable to sleep. But he watched as she feel asleep, comfort in feeling that she was at least sleeping made him feel good about things. The winds whipping against the mountain made for some loud noises to be heard, even if he wanted to there was no way he could sleep. Though eventually he did manage to sleep, his body relaxed, as he curled in a ball too, he moved slightly closer to Merci, feeling comfort being close to her. His breathing relaxed he now feel asleep, the storm, slowly dying down. ((well I don't often use other names other then my own sorry DX)) Speech, |
06-19-2013, 04:55 PM
Walk | Talk | Think
Despite her best attempt at remaining awake, to keep herself between any one of her pack mates that try to cause her friend harm for trespassing, Mercianne dozed. It was unintentional, accidental, and it showed in the odd lean of her muzzle as it tilted to one side, not quite comfortable where it rested. Her dark eyes were closed, her ears lilting slightly with inattention. Even with the wind whipping outside their cave, she rested, an unexpected drowsiness stealing over her strongly enough to prevent her from even waking from its noise.
A particularly large gust buffeted against the entryway to the small alcove they shared, sending a whispering noise and chilly breeze into the tiny space. It chilled her exposed side and caused her to curl a little more tightly in place, her eyes fluttering open to glance at out into the storm. How much longer would the winds prevail? Would they blow away the strange scent of her friend from the land and allow him a peaceful night somewhere safe for a change? She could only imagine how the night might have gone had they not found each other, if he had been forced to take shelter out in the mess without others to comfort himself with. It seemed a very lonely life.
Her thoughts on the male at her side, Merci turned to look a him from the corner of her eye before sighing gently and stretching her neck out to lay her chin upon the cool stone floor and attempt to keep an eye out as she had intended.
06-20-2013, 03:22 AM
Toprak could hear, Merci moving around, causing Toprak to open his eyes slowly. "Merci, you sleep right now, I will stay up, and wake you up okay? then we can switch okay?" Toprak offered as, he scooter closer to her slightly. "It is also cold here, hehe" Toprak smiled slightly, as his crystal eyes, met her brown eyes. "So sleep I will get you up later, and then you can watch out all right?" He offered again, laying down, making himself comfortable he looked out of the small alcove. The wind still as bad as it was when they showed up, Toprak hope the wind would stay this way for a while, it would help him stay awake also. Speech, |
06-23-2013, 04:37 PM
Walk | Talk | Think
Her movements seemed to draw Toprak's attentions from sleep as well, waking him up alongside her. She glanced toward him somewhat guiltily, having wanted to give him time to sleep while she kept an eye out. Of the two, she was the one likely to deter any sort of negative reaction from a Glaciem member, assuring whoever should happen upon them that the wolf she was with was of no danger to those who lived within the territory. He was merely a friend seeking shelter, a night free of worry and full of uninterrupted rest.
He, however, offered to keep watch instead, suggesting that they each take turns looking out and resting alternatively. It was a generous offer, one that brought a grateful smile to the she-wolf's face, but she didn't feel right in accepting. "No, you're my guest. You should sleep," she answered gently, hoping he wouldn't object too much. She wasn't sure she could hold up her side of the argument for very long if he did. "It's okay, I'll be fine," Mercainne assured him, lifting her head slightly from the floor of the cave to glance his way with a smile. "If I get too tired, I can wake you?" It was probably the best she could offer. She was still determined to be the first to greet anyone who might come upon them there just inside the pack's border.
06-24-2013, 01:31 PM