With A Little Help From My Friend

For a minute she was sure that he was going to insist she join his pack. When he said that he'd be happy to come visit her, Rue beamed. "I'd really like that, Indy." Tall ears tucked against the girls skull. "You know, you're the first friend I've ever had." The earthen girl have a slight shrug. "It really has only ever been me and my parents."

Indy offered to bring her plants and the girls eyes widened. "You have a garden? Wow. I'd love to see it sometime. I used to have a garden too before i... " she broke off, a frown settling on her face. "Before I left." She finished. Oh, there it was. Home sickness. She missed her garden. She missed her family. Rues bottom lip began to quiver, but again she held back the tears.

Thankfully the subject changed to mushrooms and Indy popped one into his mouth. She could instantly tell that he didn't like it and she couldn't help but release bell like laughter at his discomfort. "I'm sorry, Indy" she giggled. "Thank you for trusting me and trying it though." Blue eyes sparkled as she looked up at the big boy. She was back to smiling. No tears in sight.