goodbye

The pup spoke, and Hazel offered a gentle, encouraging smile. They wanted strength. They wanted to be able to take care of themself. She knows that feeling all too well. They wanted to feel like they could handle it. To handle being on your own against the world.... yeah, that was a feeling that she couldn't describe. It was only now, as an adult, that Hazel felt that way herself. It had only been recent that those feelings had really solidified. "That's a good goal," she nods softly, considering. Next time strikes her. Hazel decides that, if she has any say in it, there won't be a next time. "There's strength in asking for help, too." The words are soft. Halo had taught her that. There was no shame in asking for help.

A meal. That's something Hazel could do. Rising to her feet in one fluid motion, the girl looked to Spider beside her. "I think that can be arranged," she grinned. "Do you like to hunt? There are usually all sorts of rabbits and small tasty critters out here." The Nook seemed to attract lots of juicy prey animals. Small as they were, the rabbits were chubby and delicious this time of year. She grinned to the pup, head tossing. An invitation as she took a single step in the direction of the treeline before them, ready to lead the way.

"Speech"