This is how you remind me

Mort wrapped her up in an embrace and Aslatiel grinned, tiny white teeth flashing. "I love you too, Mort. Always have. Always will." She squeezed him back in return, pressing her cheek against him. His feathers tickled her face and the girl giggled softly before releasing her brother and sitting once more.

"If you don't want them to know... we'll have to think of a reason why you're gone." Tilting her head slightly, she considered reasons. Then her purple eyes flashed mischievously. "Now that you're intent on being stronger... you should let me take you hunting." Her grin widened as she waited to see what he would think of her proposal. He would have to learn eventually. If his fear rose while they were hunting, she would make the kill herself if possible. She had faith that he would rise above and be able to do learn though.