never say goodbye

She knew that she had to turn and go home, there was nothing that could convince her otherwise. For a moment she wanted to persuade him back with her, but that didn’t feel right either. They needed to part, even if it hurt to admit that fact.

He lowered himself as she pressed close and Poem felt his arms wrap around her shoulders. She sighed heavily into his neck, feeling their time come to a close and dreading it. He pulled away and reluctantly she did too, meeting his garnet gaze with her blue and lavender eyes. Sadness lingered over them but as she met his gaze the she wolf felt her lips pull back into a smile. He promised that they would see each other again soon, she nodded lightly in agreement as his paw steadied her chin and he leaned in to kiss her softly.

Poem returned his affection, feeling her head swim and her stomach fill with the butterflies she thought had left. She wouldn’t have to be without him long, she could focus on her family and hope he returned swiftly. He promised her and sealed it with a kiss, Poem surely wouldn’t be left waiting long.

”Stay safe.” She whispered softly, pulling her lips from his as she instead pressed her forehead against his. ”Don’t make me miss you too long.” Poem told him boldly, hugging tightly to him once more. Why was leaving so hard? She released him and turned towards Abaven’s borders. Poem gave him another soft smile and forced her paws to carry her away.

-exit?-