down with the sickness

A little rest is exactly what the aging man needed. It felt good to get off his legs and allow himself to stretch out in the ominous darkness of the early afternoon. The days were always cool without the warmth of the sun, but it felt good to him now. It was easy for him to relax, laying out flat on his side and closing his eyes to give them a good rest, too.

Magnus jumped suddenly when something landed on him. His eyes were closed as he enjoyed a little nap, hardly expecting someone else to be out here and tripping over him. He woke quickly, his eyes wide as he stared down at the large mass of black, blue, and white fur pressed into him. He began to adjust himself, hoping whoever it was would get off. He didn't even recognize this wolf, but he had heard there was a new litter around. Was this one? They were awfully large to be new...

"Speech."