This One Time I Bumped Into You

Her eyes scanned the Plains below as Falk nodded. His next words brought her eyes to his face, and she listened. Yes, she knew everything he said was the truth. She knew he didn’t feel anything for anyone other than her. She knew he would refuse to help at the drop of her paw. But would she ever be able to forgive herself knowing that Amalia wanted children and had been denied because of her own selfishness? She shook her head slowly, before answering gently. “I care for my family. My niece wants children. Family is deeply important to the Adravendis. Children are even more important. I have already made my decision, Falk. Don’t make me second guess it…”

She shifted to settle upon her stomach, chin lowering to hang just on the edge of the ridge between her paws. Now that the decision was made, she felt exhausted. The whole thing was emotionally taxing to her, both heart and mind. A low sigh brushed past her lips. “That’s all I needed, Love. You can go back down if you wish. I know you don’t like this area as much.” She wasn’t angry with him… Had never really been angry with him exactly. It was the whole thing, the whole predicament. It was tiring, being so confused and upset; but at least she had made the decision.

Walk ---- "Speak" ---- "Hear" ---- Think