Baited Breath

Sparrow had hesitated in following the boy. Her steps were heavy and slow. What could she say to him? How could she make it make sense that these pups were going to be great? How could she make it clear that he was still special and that she was sure his family still loved him? Her mind spun with these questions. The sun was beginning to set and Sparrow finally decided to make her approach. She could easily spot the taller boy, illuminated by the golden sun. Sparrow tried to soften her features as she approached, "You know... the thing about younger siblings is that you can help train them, but you don't have to be their parent. When they annoy you, you can go away for a bit, you know?" she started. She was trying to think of how to explain that these pups could fit into his current life. Sparrow came up behind Ashmedai nervously as she spoke, unsure of what his reaction would be.