Even Trees Need Friends

Kina continued to create the braided strand, folding the outside strands over the middle and pulling tight when possible. Finally she got to the end of the braid. Using one paw to help keep things tight she carefully tied a knot in the other end of the strand. There! She held it up and tested it before wrapping it around her wrist and then frowning. It was a bit big. She should've measure before tying it but maybe she could give it to her mother.

Kina nodded as Stjarna spoke of predator encounters. She was of a similar mindset, especially after being attacked by those coyotes. "My family believes it is important to become good warriors so we can protect our homeland. But my heart is indeed in crafting. I wish to become a Shokunin, like Aka. At least for now. Do you like it in Avalon?"