For You, With Love

She seemed kind of taken aback at his suggestion, but after only a moment of thought she didn’t hesitate to agree. Partners were the best. He leaned against her only slightly as her weight was pressed against him and they talked about Iolaire. Now that Asla said something he did notice that of all the wolves in his life she seemed to look the saddest. Oddly Mortis seemed to have the same look about him these days.

”I think she would like that.” He loved his present from Aslatiel, and his mother had loved his gift of a bouquet. What could they possibly get for their aunt Iolaire? ”What would we get for her?” He didn’t think that there was a plant she didn’t have. ”Maybe we could do some work. Offer to help weed the garden or something.” He suggested, as usual, doubting himself right after the words left his lips.