Broaden your horizons

Ikigai was allowed to go a little ways outside of pack lands as long as she took an escort. Today, an entire pack of akitas had come along with her with Anko, her mother's dog, at the lead. The curly tailed canines spread out, on alert for threats. And so, long before they came upon the resting woman, Ikigai knew of her presence.

No matter the size of the opponent, there were enough dogs around to at least keep it at bay while the princess escaped, so the girl felt no fear. It was her intent to learn a bit about the outside world on her walk today. Perhaps the woman ahead would be able to regale her and tell her a story or two of the outside world and of her life.

As the black and white princess drew near, her long, lustrous tail snaked over the ground with a hiss. She showed no fear as she drew up beside the beautiful plum colored woman. The young lady dipped her crown gracefully and seated herself a respectful distance away. The woman's words met her ears and Iki's dark ears swiveled forward. "Okiku Ikigai Ōritsu Abraxas," she answered in soft, yet strong tones. "And you are?" She gave her head the slightest of tilts, waiting for the large fae to answer.

Okiku Ikigai Ōritsu Abraxas