Scared of the dark

“Thank you” Motif whispered as her lion told her she was welcome to stay as long as she wanted. She no longer had to consider the empty den, she could stay by the warmth of her friend. She knew Canni would chase the nightmares away. “Why did the fire attack us, Canni?” she asked, relieved for a chance to ask her questions. Everyone had been so busy, so frantic. No one had time to explain things to her.

Cani settled herself down beside her, and Motif was content to stay right here, if it meant being beside her friend. “I know. Shes told me so many times how important it is to help others. She told me when I'm an adult, it’ll be my responsibility as a member of Abaven to look out for those around me.” Motif said, explaining that she knew why it was important. “But.. it would still be nice..” Motif said, not finishing the thought. It didn’t matter, mumma was Alpha.