Twinning

This was it, this was the moment they worked so hard for since waking. The ravens paid them no mind, their parents were fast asleep, and there was nothing stopping them. Haiku felt excitement, but kept himself subdued. They weren’t out of the den yet. The puppies didn’t move for a long moment, just in case. Sen offered his approval with a wink and nudge and Haiku felt the moment come as well.

With all the grace of a few week old puppy the boy stumbled out of the den and down the opposing path. Haiku tried to get them to duck under some foliage. Summer was around the corner and the plant life was closing in on full greenery. If they could get far enough no one would find them. He just had to try and remember the way home.

Still, the boy lifted his head into the fresh air and bounced along under the trees with his twin. They were out! The morning was continuing without them. Daylight could be seen peeking over the horizon and sooner or later they would be found missing. Until then, Haiku wanted to take full advantage of their freedom. ”What should we do?” He asked quietly, still wary of being caught.