songbirds & snakes

The vast plains stretched as far as the eye could see, a sea of lush vegetation swaying gently in the early summer breeze. Tall grasses, vibrant wildflowers, and assorted herbs painted the landscape with a myriad of colors. In the heart of the land lay a sizable lake, its clear waters reflecting the blue sky above. A cluster of diverse trees surrounded the water, casting dappled shadows on the ground beneath. The sound of a small river meandering through the prairie added a soothing melody to the symphony of nature. Despite the picturesque scenery, the name of the land, with its deceiving charm, held a foreboding truth as she was coming to find out. As it had turned out, this serene plain was home to a myriad of serpents. Luckily, they didn't particularly bother her, and even better yet, she was coming to like it better than the unforgiving chill of the northern territories.

But of course, Sephiran's arrival would manifest to dispute the tranquility. She felt his presence before he even spoke, the air shifting subtly around him. As he instructed her to join him on a walk, she finished gathering the last few herbs and carefully placed them in her pouch. Without a word of defiance, but a resentfully annoyed glance, she followed him toward the western section of the territory. The hissing in the distance grew louder, and Aurelia's sapphire eyes narrowed slightly, her instincts on high alert. She stood beside Sephiran, maintaining a composed exterior despite the unsettling atmosphere. His words hung in the air, and she listened intently. The mention of poisons and venom hinted at a more sinister purpose for their presence.

Her gaze flicked to the vipers, and she understood the task ahead. Aurelia wasn't one to question her role or show fear, but a spark of defiance ignited in her eyes. She acknowledged his orders with a simple nod, her expression betraying none of the thoughts swirling within her mind. Aurelia spoke calmly, her voice measured, "We'll need the ... proper receptacle to be able to efficiently gather what it is you're after when it comes to venom." Her voice light and airy as she turned her attention to the venomous vipers. She thought back to the small clay pot with a thin layer of leather over the top ... that the interesting woman had used to force an adder's fangs into. Blinking away the image, she returned her attention to Sephiran wondering if he had any idea as to how they were going to collect the venom.

"Sephiran Saxe" & "Aurelia Veratti"