Shelter

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.