A long path to nowhere

Talyssa found herself moving aimlessly through the underbrush, her mind still full of recent events. Quill's whispers of affection, his warm laughter... Her heart pounded at the memory and a blush warmed her cheeks. She continued onward, keen to cover as much ground before the black veil of night spread across the lands. The scent of salt and tidal pools now drifted up from the beach nearby, luring her towards it. The soft sounds of waves caressing sand reached Talyssa’s ears and she found herself drawn towards it, eager for the soothing rhythm of the tide to quell the pounding in her heart. The sky above was a kaleidoscope of oranges, pinks and violets, reflecting off the gentle surf. As she strolled along the shoreline, the sand cool beneath her paws, Talyssa noticed a figure in the distance. It was a lone wolf, its silhouette stark against the setting sun. Filled with curiosity, she moved closer.

As she drew knew, she recognized the stranger to be a woman. One that looked like the embodiment of autumn, with a beautiful set of antlers that reminded her of her mother’s and sisters’. And the fire that she had situated herself against only accentuated her features. But even from a distance, something seemed … off? Not in a bad way, but like this wasn’t just a light-hearted camping trip. There seemed to be an air of anticipation about her, and Talyssa couldn’t help but ask. “Is everything okay?” She asked the older woman, wondering if she needed assistance, and if there was anything Talyssa could do to help.

"Talyssa Carpathius"