You Pulled Me In

Sota was beginning to settle into life here - at least, as best as he could while tending to a broken leg. Due to his state he hadn't gone very far, and he definitely hadn't left the packlands, but truthfully he hadn't explored very much of these lands to begin with. Enduring a broken leg was surprisingly exhausting even when he wasn't doing much of anything, though recently he'd discovered the comfort of the hot springs. At first wading in those hot pools had been a bit uncomfortable, but once he relaxed and got used to the temperature he found it quite soothing.

That was exactly why Sota headed to the springs again today. It was early in the day and he was feeling physically better than he had in awhile, despite the quite obvious limp in his step as he walked. He couldn't put his full weight on his leg yet, and likely wouldn't be able to for quite some time, but.. things were getting better. Maybe if he soaked in the springs for a short while he might even be able to explore the rest of the territory a bit. Though Sota was independent to the core, lying around in his den all day wasn't doing him any favors, and the mere sight of a stranger was enough to excite the small man.

Only when he realized that this was not a stranger at all did his excitement grow, a smile spreading quickly across his features. Slowly, painfully slowly, he made his way to her, beaming as if he wasn't gingerly trying to avoid walking with a broken limb. "Aranea! I had a feeling we might meet again someday!" Sota called out to her, giving her a quick little bow. They'd traveled briefly together and spoke about their journeys, and though their time together had been short it had felt meaningful to him, and he was happy to see her again - here, in his new pack, of all places!