Second chances

Her smile had spread; an infectious light upon his lips and she sensed he wanted a reason to smile. Perhaps that was why he had been so kind to her. She was but a stranger to him, and he a stranger to her. Her eyes followed the motion of his muzzle and she nodded. They weren't far then. The thought of little pups napping was bittersweet. She smiled at the thought of their little chests rising and falling, and imagined picturesque versions of Solaris; little yellow suns. But she wished she had that chance. To be sleeping somewhere while her parents wandered off... Her childhood had been changed dramatically. She was the one looking after her siblings.

Still, the image was more sweet than bittersweet. She didn't harbour much jealousy for the happy family, but rather joy. Awe. She wanted to see them in spite of herself. And here he was, finally getting a break. She released a soft breath of air and blinked at him. She should let him have that break. "Ah, okay," She answered to acknowledge him. She glanced around them, thinking again. Wait... Surely he had a mate? Her heart pounded in her chest. What was she doing here, alone with him? Shouldn't he be with their mother? Her blue eyes stared up at him, seeking answers. How could she ask...? She wondered what pain could hide behind those red eyes and decided against it. "Are you guys... Alone?" she asked instead. A similar question; but not as direct. "Would you like some fresh kill?" She would offer to hunt with him if he so desired. It was easier to hunt with two than with one; and his pups would need some nourishment. If he truly was alone he must be living a hard life. She hoped it was not as tragic as her own.

OOC: Sorry for the wait! Been busy lately