moonbeam

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The swim had not been an easy one, at least not for her fragile frame. Ora was constantly moving, as if she were a feather being blown by the wind. The gaunt female never stayed in one particular location as it was against her own moral compass to do so. However she was always silently observing others, watching from afar and gaining intellect even if they were only strangers. Her childhood had prevented her from knowing any social etiquette and Ora had become quite comfortable with being on her own. She preferred to watch versus engaging in actual conversation. The water had been freezing, chilling her to the bone. By the time she pulled herself from the water she was shaking violently from the cold but the slightly emaciated woman could only cackle quietly at herself. Foolish of her to go for a dip but there wasn't anything better to do around here. It took some time for her to regulate her body temperature again, her wispy fur making it nearly impossible to truly stay warm. Eventually though the tremors came to a halt and she was able to relax ever so slightly. It was fairly early and Ora hadn't expected to come across anyone until well.. she did. She noticed the woman long before she would even see her as she was tucked a few paces away from the river bed. She watched her ever so curiously as she stared at her own reflection, smiling down at the water. Ora picked out the scar beneath her eye and pondered how she got it, but she did not speak. Merely observed and waited. Ora knew she would notice her eventually but until she did she would not bring attention to herself.