I Was Lost and Lost My Shape

Aureus' thoughts tumbled about until he heard the sound of approaching paw steps. He looked to see his brother, Eligos. His brother gazed into the water a moment before speaking. "Hey, Eligos." Aureus shook his head in answer to his brother's question. "My paw woke me. What about you? Out on patrol?" He was out of practice with small talk, he realized. How long had it been since he'd sat down and talked with one of his brothers? Hell, his twin had children now and he still had yet to really process it or talk with Pyrrhic about it. They had really drifted apart after the loss of their father. Any more the only wolf he felt close to was Eliphas. Not that he didn't love his family, but the connection was so easy with his boyfriend. He could just start talking. Now, he was keenly aware he wasn't sure what to say or what to talk about. He looked to Eligos, hoping the man had a better idea while he quietly wracked his head for topics, something a bit more interesting than just the weather.