Illuminate

He felt like he should offer to help her up, it was a strange feeling towering over this woman who he barely knew, it felt like he was trying to intimidate her. And after startling her into hurting herself the last thing he wanted to do was make her feel uncomfortable. So that was what lead to his decision to take a step back, just one so she could have some breathing room rather then his hulking shape looming over her. He nodded as she declined his offer though, this wasn't Glaciem after all, he didn't have to help her and she didn't have to accept his help. "If you say so but if you need anything, please ask, this is my fault..." Oh yeah, he felt responsible and guilty for the bright red that looked even brighter against the illuminated ice.

He chuckled softly, it was a rather rough sounding sound but sincere none the less, as she chirped in that she was about the ask the same. But it was the curious and thoughtful expression that soon crossed her features that really caught his attention. To him everything was so cut and dry, it was plant life simple as that, but she seemed to be really considering it. He didn't speak or interrupt her thoughts, allowing her to figure out her own answers. But soon she spoke once more, something about her voice making him want to hear more, throwing the idea of magic out the window and agreeing that his father was probably right. "I agree, I've seen the same lights in algae along the cost." Nodding slightly as he spoke his sharp green gaze once more turned to the ground. The ice was getting more slippery the longer they stayed in one area, he noted, their body heat melting it slightly.

It seemed that even as he was taking note of the state of the ice Azalea was once more attempting to stand. His mouth opened in silent protest even as he took a step back towards her to help and she slid closer to him. Her forepaw slid between his forelegs and he arched his neck, ready to grab her by the scruff and keep her on her paws if needed. And then suddenly she was looking up at him, her eyes wide and startled at his proximity. "Sorry!" His apology was quick even though his voice was soft, almost breathless, but he didn't take a step or further the distance between them. Even as she scrambled backwards he followed her, leaving more space then before but keeping her close, more for just in case she fell then anything. "Would you like to go back to shore? I would hate to see you hurt further..." His voice still retained a slightly breathless quality though he finally dropped his gaze from hers as he motioned towards the shore with his head. He wanted to speak with her further but first he really wanted to see her on solid ground and out of harms way.

Speech!