Walking on Hot Coals
10-08-2013, 05:02 PM
The brute had paid little heed to Devya's reaction as he entered the cave, knowing well she had acted instinctively. He noted her quick cover up of her mistake and made a mental note to tease her about it once things had settled down. For now, he was focused on the son that lay before him.
He crouched low beside Ares as he listened carefully to his words, trying to discern all of the meaning behind them. It was clear the child was nervous, worried to speak what was truly on his mind. Perhaps he even thought his mother might hear his words from afar, words that did not speak her favor. Whatever it was, Ares needed comfort. Seraphim rose and quickly departed from the den, to return moments later with the carcass he had abandoned in his rush to protect his daughter. He dropped it before the two children and uttered the single command, Eat.
A few moments passed before the male would speak again after composing his thoughts. You were right to come to me, he began smoothly. You are welcome here as long as you want and need to stay.