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Never had he expected such an outcome to the day; his day had seemed so promising when he'd first awoken. Talon had promised himself he would leave the borders of Seracia, and hopefully make a friend -- and he had. But with this new addition to his small circle of trusted wolves, he felt as though he had lost his family. It wasn't Euphrosyne's fault, and he had a hard time believing it was his fault, even though it felt painfully like it might be. If only he had gotten up earlier, he might've caught them and tagged along! The boy found it very hard to keep himself from sobbing, but he really didn't want to seem stupid in front of his newest friend.

With a deep sigh, he struggled to maintain himself, detaching himself from Euph's side and trying to straight himself so he stood a bit taller. "I.. I can do that," he replied, shaking his head slowly. She told him to be brave -- something that was so hard for him -- and he wanted to show her that he could be strong. Talon didn't want to seem like a child anymore; he was almost a year old now. "I'll wait for them. B-but ... you promise you'll come if I need you? I won't even leave Seracia." He trusted her, and trusted that she would try to help him... and he would be here in case they returned! It was perfect. He would have to be brave like Euph asked, and ask some of his pack mates if they'd seen any of his family or knew where they'd gone to.

"I'll do it." He reiterated softly, leaning to recline on his hindquarters, needing some further stability. Tears stained his cheeks, and he pawed at his face, hoping it would make him look less silly. He didn't like crying around anyone, and didn't want to seem weak. He had to be strong. "Can you stay with me until I fall asleep though?" Silver gaze was fixed on hers, his body trembling ever so slightly -- his tone pleading. He'd never slept alone before, and knew he would have a hard time doing it tonight.