my heart stops without you

Roan settled beside her in the sand. The heat of the sun instantly began to dry their fur. She would definitely have to wash in fresh water later to get the salt out of her coat, but for now, the sun drying her was a lovely feeling. It was even more lovely when Roan began to groom her. Io released an exaggerated groan of pleasure and closed her eyes. It was nice to get such attention. Usually she was the one to do these things.

Iolaire also felt the lack of 'casual.' She hadn't intended to take it easy. It was her way to throw herself in headfirst. She had tried to be cautious though. Mentally, she was prepared for anything. In her heart though, she hoped that Roan wouldn't decide to leave at the end of his year of service. He had nothing to leave for, right? She couldn't leave the Armada and hoped that he wouldn't ask her to do so. She'd given Sirius her word. It was an oath and it wasn't something that she could break. Plus her niece and nephews were here and they were incredibly important to her.

She pushed the thoughts away and focused on the delicious grooming that she was getting. Cracking one glazed eye, she looked sidelong at the man. "If you keep that up, you might be licking more than just my ears." Laced with dirty intentions and promises? Yes sir.