little flower

Harbringr swam carefully toward the largest island that made up Ashen's new territory. He carefully timed it so that a wave helped bring him to shore and then he raced onto dry land before another wave could knock him down. Once ashore he shook out his coat, sending water spraying everywhere. He could hear the sounds of birds and the cooing of doves as he moved further into the jungle-like forest. The summer had brought warmth and humidity that was much appreciated after spending the winter and spring in the dry, arid climate of the Redwater Rocks.

He heard splashing in the water that didn't seem quite like the ocean just hitting the shore. Curious he paced back toward the water where he spied his sister. Hari let out a chuckle. "I had a feeling I was being followed. Exploring the new territory as well?" He'd been pleased with the acquisition of the archipelago, less pleased with the shrine. He worried about how it would affect her grief and her mind to take ownership of such a thing but he knew he was not in any position as to counsel others on managing their sorrow. Besides, he just wanted to be in his sister's presence. He didn't want to ruin the moment with opinions that ultimately were his own concern.