And That's When The Hornet Stung Me

Ellara had also been restless for days, her usually peaceful slumber interrupted by the same vivid dream each night. It was always the same: flashes of a man with striking pink.. or green..? eyes, the shimmer of white fur, and the sound of his laughter, genuine and rumbling, echoing through her mind. She could never make out his face fully, but the warmth and the familiarity she felt towards this mysterious figure were undeniable. These dreams haunted her, leaving her with an inexplicable longing that she could not shake off. Every time she woke up, the lingering of those eyes would stay with her.. making her heart race in a way that had only gotten herself hurt before.

Seeking solace, Ellara decided to venture out into the night, hoping the fresh air by the shore would help clear her mind. The moon was high, casting a silver glow over the castle as she made her way toward the beach; no armor, no owls. The familiar scent of the saltwater and the soothing sound of the waves crashing against the shore provided some comfort, but the unease remained. 'Am I just lonely?' Her paws sank into the cool sand as she walked, her thoughts still consumed by the mysterious man from her dreams. It felt as though something was drawing her out of her dream, out to the beach, compelling her here despite her confusion.

As she rounded a bend, the sight of a lone figure sitting on the obsidian shore made her stop in her tracks. Her breath caught in her throat as she recognized the white fur and those unmistakable eyes, now gazing out at the sea. It was him - the one from her dreams. The air between them seemed to crackle with electricity as she watched him, and Ellara felt a rush of emotions she couldn't quite explain. She had never met him before, yet, there was an undeniable draw and a familiarity that went beyond mere coincidence. Heart pounding, her slender leg reached out to take a hesitant step forward, the pull too strong to resist.

"Excuse me.. do I.. know you?" Her voice called out, curious and filled with hope.