ALIEN BLUES

As Redrum began to speak, Chimera couldn't help but smile. The boy was unique but enjoyable to be around and Chi liked him quite a bit. The boy had manners and a sense of deference that the Ashen king appreciated. Red even went so far as to thank Chimera, prompting a nod from the big brute. "It's my pleasure to have you here, boy." Yes, he called him 'boy', just like he called his own sons 'boy.'

The lad's expression changed when he began to speak of Elara and her siblings. He seemed to light up inside. Ah, perhaps Chimera would have turned out much differently had he been in Red's paws when he was younger. Chi had been forced to grow up fast and fend for himself from an early age. Redrum, and all of Chimera's children, would never have to worry about that.

"I'm surprised that Elara isn't with you," Chi pointed out. "Not heading home already, are you?"

"Chimera Klein"