polar plunge

His stormy eyes slowly focused as Mortis looked from him back to his wings and Hika realized how fluffy the frozen bath made his friend now that he was dry. The sudden natural motion of Mortis smoothing the fluffy fur brought an innocent grin to Hikaru’s pale features. Being looked after like this was nothing near how he’d been treated or expected to be treated at home. He liked being this close to Mortis, more than anyone else who’d shown him this level of affection.

Mort reminded him how much he’d traveled yesterday and everything they had been through. Hika was half surprised he didn’t sleep longer. He was also ready to get Kaiyo even further established and settled into the Armada. He could have his choice of land and if he wanted his own den Mort would help provide. The way he framed the offer was important though. Hikaru raised one pale brow as he looked up at his winged friend. ”What’s the other option besides my own den?” The boy asked carefully, wondering if Mortis was inviting him to stay here. There were countless positives to having a companion so close. Beyond his warmth Hikaru felt like he still needed Mort’s guidance here. ”I kinda liked it here.” But he’d take his own space if that’s what his friend desired.