My Focus Needs More Focus

Gossamer waited, her toes flexing in the sand as she waited for Lia to make a move. At first she thought the other woman was trying to throw her off with the wait but as she watched the other woman's face it seemed Lia was struggling. She finally moved, walking slowly forward. A feint? A trick? No. Lia placed her paw gently on Gossamer's, causing Gossy's own heart to start beating a bit faster at the contact. Gossamer took a deep breath to steady herself and swallowed sharply, wondering why her throat felt so dry. Ok, c'mon, lieutenant, focus.

Gossamer sat down carefully, letting her defenses fall as she gazed inquisitively at Lia. "But you…? What's holding you back? Don't worry if you hurt me. I do pretty well at healing and have a fussy fox that will fix me up." She smiled softly, trying to get Lia to look up at her.