Through the long night

He settled down beside Zee. She looked a little more relaxed this morning, sipping from a steaming cup of something fragrant. “As much as they can before winter” he said, as he took in the homely image of his Zee. She started to look a little more… aas she was, if still entirely too skinny. Was he really considering the best thing?

He let out a soft breath, and knew the only way to know was to discuss it with her. “I’ve been thinking.” He began. Knowing many disasters in their lives had begun with just such a statement. He hid a small smile. “That we are long overdue for a holiday. Something… for just the two of us. The boys are reaching an age where the responsibility might do them some good. A real experience of what it means to be leaders. I believe there are many places in the world your paws still itch to explore…” he said, and left it at that. Let her think it over or add what she pleased. A part of him was considering retirement, but somehow he didn’t know if he would ever be ready to fully let go.


"Sirius Fatalis"