Skating on Thin Ice

Aurelia's graceful movements faltered for a moment as she became aware of the presence of others watching her from the edge of the ice. With a fluid motion, she skated back to the inlet bank, her cyan eyes flickering with a mix of surprise and curiosity. As she approached the shore, her demeanor shifted, and she adopted a more composed posture, ready to address her newfound audience.

Gathering her thoughts, Aurelia turned to face the group, her gaze sweeping over each individual in turn. She noted Delaeni's cautious demeanor, Azoula's protective stance, and Rhazien's lecherous grin with a sense of mild amusement. Her gaze met his for a moment, as he was the one who asked the question. But she couldn’t help the flash of memory to their moment in the catacombs before the Norad take over. She felt heat rising to her face, but she was quick to cast the feelings aside. Clearing her throat softly, Aurelia began her impromptu lesson on traversing thin ice, her voice steady and confident despite the unexpected attention. "Navigating thin ice requires a delicate balance of weight distribution and awareness of your surroundings," she explained, her tone measured and authoritative. "First, you want to distribute your weight evenly across the surface to minimize the risk of breaking through. Keep your movements fluid and controlled, avoiding sudden shifts in direction or excessive force."

As she spoke, Aurelia demonstrated each step of the process, her movements precise and deliberate. She showed them how to test the ice for strength, how to adjust their posture for stability, and how to move with grace and agility across the frozen expanse.

"Aurelia Veratti"