natural processes

Indigo wasn’t upset about the move, but he was incredibly aware of the distance that now settled between him and Aslatiel. He didn’t feel like he had fully recovered from watching Rue die, and the guilt of her gruesome death remained with him especially as he had to leave his sister in Boreas proper. Distance makes the heart grow fonder but he only felt like it made his heart yearn for her more. He felt beat down and defeated even though his pack was welcoming a new beginning here in Auster. Indy didn’t have to walk past Rue’s grave or the place she died any longer. But there were other reminders, especially the thought of how much she would have loved to explore here.

The boy took in a deep breath as he tried to collect his thoughts and his wits to embrace the day. His journey was one day at a time, and some were easier than others. Today he felt particularly downtrodden, but likely only because of the long journey. As massive dark paws pulled him along the new territory he knew he’d have to keep his mind occupied or he would spiral downward in his thoughts of Rue and need for Asla. Another sigh left him, but he was determined. Indy tilted back his head and called softly for a pack member to patrol with him.