i like where we are, here

Aureus skirted along the banks of the fjord, looking for a good place to start a fire and perhaps find some clay for crafting. He carried a deer hide with an odd assortment of items, the corners drawn together in his jaws. Kali was padding along softly beside him, anxious to enjoy the light of the full moon even though it was still muted by ash. Aureus was seeking distraction, moon or no moon. He'd separated from Risen in an effort to find himself and who he was without his surname. What his family had stood for now meant nothing. The surname was just a name and little more, he wasn't sure what meaning he could attach to it. As for himself he was a former prince but what more than that?

Griff swooped down and let out a call and Aureus moved to follow. The tide had gone out leaving bits of driftwood that had dried during the daylight hours. It looked as good a spot as any. Aureus started picking up sticks and assembling them in the middle of the little beach. Kali was quick to join him while Griff stood watch.

Aureus was getting a good pile going when a soft click from Griff's beak caught his attention. He turned his gaze south to see a pale form standing upon the sand gazing skyward. He was a handsome stranger about Aureus' own age. Aureus glanced at Kali who gave an encouraging nod. Taking a deep breath Aureus strode forward then called out gently to the stranger. "Are you out enjoying the evening too? It's still pretty cool, I'm hoping to get a fire started."