What Are You About?

The hunt with Pitch had been exhilarating and, after she had brought back the leftover deer with the help of some of packmates, Fern had decided to burn off some of her excess energy by doing a patrol. She walks the familiar routes, reinforcing scent markers while keeping alert for danger. Then, a howl catches the girl by surprise and she quickly changes course, moving to greet the visitor. Jogging easily across the distance, Fern gives a small bark of greeting when she spies Pitch sitting near the well-traveled pathway that leads to the castle.

Happily, she approaches where the woman sits, tail wagging in joy as she says, “Pitch! I am so happy to see you! Are you hungry? The deers we hunted have been broken down and some of the meat cooked. We have plenty of food to share. Artorias should be here soon. He is the Aegis.” She moves to sit in front of Pitch, waiting for the appearance of Art. Her bright smile never fades.

"Fern Lark"