An Afternoon With You

Fern calls for her sweet, quiet child, hoping to give Meadow some one on one time while also showing her some things with herbs. The pup arrives with a smile that does not seem quite right which she gives to her mother and the woman gives a gentle chuckle as Meadow is immediately drawn to the herbs. Softly, careful to keep her tones light and even, she says, “Hello Meadow. Want to help me make some herbal satchels to hand out at the bonfire festival?” Her blue eyes try to look over her daughter, making sure that she is physically okay when she can steal some glances without the pup noticing.

Meadow is special and Fern loves her daughter with all her heart but she also worries incessantly about her. It has become apparent that the girl prefers books over wolves and being alone instead of in crowds. Some wolves may try to whip that out of a child but the gray woman chooses to embrace it and work to make her daughter more comfortable. Gently, lovingly, Fern calls Meadow’s attention to her as she says, “My sweet girl. You never have to smile at me if you do not feel it. I love you so much and I know that you love me. You do not have to smile for me to know that.” A tender, heartfelt smile is on her lips as she tries to make her daughter comfortable.


"Fern Carpathius"