How much time has passed? She was feeling better but she known it would take much longer to get herself back the way she was before she went up north. It was bitter up there but still with the heat of summer it felt wonderful, although she known why she didn't like the cold much. The cold seemed to bite her threw her bones. It took her a while to travel from the red forest and not remembering much about that or what happened next.

Then she crossed off into the boarders of a large rocky field that seemed to be stained no matter what direction you looked. It was frightening to her - she didn't care about ever seeing the battlefield ever again. Fairytale didn't stay long there, maybe a night but still, she kept her eyes peeled for any danger why she was there.

Next was a battle ground, forgotten war items left forgotten there. A lot of history there most likey but also another dangerous area. Anywhere without those she trusted was dangerous. She often thought about Atreyu and Oath - wanting to get back home to them as fast as her paws could carry her. One day she'd have to visit and gather some items once she's completely better. She's been gone far too long away from the family.

A week passed before she made it to barren hills, skirting around glowshroom cavern, which glowed in the darkness. Once more she didn't stay long at all. The journey was lonely and tiring. She had to hunt for herself. Some failed and some were successful and she was thankful for that.

Under her paws right before her eyes ended up sandy, almost like she was on a beach. Thankfully it wasn't hot out like summer time, but the nights were so cold. So damn cold to be alone. She dug into the earth to keep herself warm, and thirst was always there, her throat dry from wandering barren dunes, getting lost a few times. She seemed to do circles. And constant circles.

Finally she found her way out, away from that area. Soon the land sprawled out, stretching across lands. Mud began to collect around her paws - swishing her tail quickly behind her frame as she watched prey animals herd together, gathering to get their own meals and harvest for the coming of winter.

The girl just had to get to her loved ones. She needed to. Their scents weren't here, they weren't here. Cursing out as she lifted her cranium a howl rang out, tears streaming down her face as she lowered down. Fairytale was tired and stressed out. Hoping that possibly her song would be carried to her family, her friends that treated her like family.

She shivered as she found a small puddle, too stressed to even drink from the water that gathered there.

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Oath was out hunting, his senses sharp and his mind focused, when a familiar, heart-wrenching howl pierced the quiet of the prairie. He froze, recognizing Fairytale’s voice, but there was a tremor in her call that sent his heart racing with worry. Without a second thought, he abandoned his hunt and tore across the open land, his powerful strides eating up the distance as he honed in on her location. The love of his life was nearby, but the sorrow in her cry told him all he needed to know - she needed him.

When he finally reached her, his heart twisted at the sight. Fairytale was huddled beside a small puddle, mud clinging to her paws, her frame trembling with exhaustion and cold. He approached slowly, his gaze soft and filled with concern, before he leaned close, pressing his muzzle gently to her cheek. “Fairy, my love… you’re safe now,” he murmured softly, wrapping himself protectively around her. “I’m here. You’re home.” No matter the place, wherever they were together.. was home.

His heart ached to see her so worn, her beautiful face streaked with tears. He nudged her gently, his voice a quiet, soothing whisper. “Fairy… are you alright? What happened?” he asked, his gaze unwavering as he searched her face, urging her to lean into his warmth. “You look like you’ve been through so much.” There was a deep sadness and relief in his voice, knowing she must have faced countless trials to make it this far alone. “You don’t have to face anything alone anymore. I’m here now.” His eyes shone with love and protectiveness, silently promising her that he would keep her safe from whatever shadows lingered over her.

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Fairytale was alert, but she felt lost and confused. Not completely remembering how she had gotten this far from where she was. Hunger wrapping it's ugly hands knotting up her stomach. Knots tightening up, but she was not hungry. She hasn't been, not since chasing after the caribou whom had gotten away. Blush toned eyes close after she stared into the water from the small puddle.

Fairy known she had to look like a mess. And anyone could see she was not herself. Her throat was sore from coughing, almost gagging on nothing. Nothing at all. Once in a while there would be hints of blood that would come out from coughing, due to her throat being raw. So damned raw. Did Fairytale happen to get something from the caribou? She was careful though.

And making sure the others were also. It wasn't right. Nothing was clear, after that her mind went blank. Not remembering much. Her smaller frame trembling as she coughed again. Shivering against the ground below her, although she appeared to be lifeless, she wasn't. Fairytale's ears flicked as the sounds of two others approaching caught her attention. Her eyes slowly opening.

Oath. Giving her that hope. That they didn't forget about her. His masculine scent carried on the wind towards her. He was the first to arrive, knowing that his sister wouldn't be far behind him. Offering a wave of her tail, however it wasn't like it normally was. Depression wrapped its ugly little fingers around her mind. Making her believe that they had forgotten about her.

"Oath." Her voice a meer whisper, weak and fragile. But also hoarse and scratchy, probably from all the coughing - it had to be the caribou. Why was she so stupid to lead those she cared about in harms way? Tears once again streamed down her face, thinking that it must all be a nightmare that she was living. But his body heat stated different. Giving her hope.

Hearing his words come from his lips allowed a small curve of her lips. Then the questions. The questions she didn't know how to answer out. "It was cold, strange things..." She started. "Caribou, missing antler, blood." The words were broken, strained. Didn't make sense at all. "Ship, near a ship covered ice." His warmth of his body cascaded over her.

Making her know she was not alone. The females body trembled and quaked against him. Fear still laced within her mind - hoping that she could forget about what had happened and move on from it. Or would it forever change her? Maybe it was just stress and anxiety.. "I love you." The words slipped like whispers on the wind, but it needed to be said. Allowing her body to relax against and under his mass.

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Oath’s heart clenched as he took in her trembling frame and the way her voice barely carried his name, a whisper that sounded as fragile as her spirit. The soft flick of her tail, usually so full of life, was weak, her body weighed down by an invisible burden. He could feel the sorrow emanating from her like a shadow. Crouching beside her, he nuzzled her cheek, his warmth a silent promise of his protection.

He listened carefully as she struggled to piece together her story, her words fractured and thin. “Cold… strange things… caribou, missing antler, blood.” Each word brought him closer to understanding her ordeal, but they left him unsettled, piecing together an image of her isolated in some foreign, icy land, facing dangers he could barely fathom. When she mentioned a ship covered in ice, his eyes narrowed, his worry deepening. “You’ve been through so much, my love,” he murmured, pressing closer, letting his body warm hers against the biting cold of the prairie night.

Her trembling only subsided slightly as she leaned into him, finding some measure of peace in his embrace. He wrapped himself around her as best he could, his own breath ragged from the worry twisting in his chest. “You’re safe now, Fairy,” he whispered, his voice filled with a fierce, quiet love. “Nothing will harm you as long as I’m here.”

When she softly uttered, “I love you,” it was like a healing balm, steadying him even as he felt her sag, exhausted, against his side. He buried his muzzle into her fur, his voice low but filled with conviction. “And I love you. Always. No matter what you went through out there, I’m here now. I’ll keep you safe.” He stayed by her side, his presence a steady reassurance as she closed her eyes, letting herself be cradled in the warmth and comfort he offered. He lowered himself, encouraging her to rest and recuperate while he embraced her. She was safe with him.

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Oath Morningstar

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