Unexpected Refuge

Walk | Talk | Think

It was true their search for the Valhallan wolves was of the utmost importance to them both, links of family and friends and duty binding them to those that they had been separated from. But even so, Ashtoreth felt a growing sense of reluctance and unwillingness about moving and continuing their journey just yet. As much as she had instructed herself not to get cozy where she had laid down near Leon, fully aware that to do so would cause her to lose momentum and wish to relax longer after their strenuous activity the day before, she could feel those self same anchors already taking hold. Suddenly the ground was much more comfortable than it had been just a moment ago, her body so relaxed that, if she possibly let herself enjoy the feel of the sun on her back, she was sure she could lose herself in sleep. But we already decided we'd go, she scolded herself mentally, listening to her own voice as she repeated her comments about Leon's plan. They were close, her spirits had been lifted, they still had plenty of daylight left in which to start their search; how could she ignore all that now?

As she felt her will to move continue to lessen, she shifted her gold and purple eyes back cross the gap that separated them toward Leon, watching him now that he no longer watched her. And as she thought about him, the trek they set before them didn't seem so bad. He had been very kind to her since their reunion, encouraging and supportive, helpful and generous. He had lent her his strength and skill to keep her going, and shown her his unwavering spirit when hers seemed to wither against adversity. She wanted to make it up to him, felt it so strongly it was almost a need, and being as less of a hindrance and weight to his personal mission as possible seemed a fairly good place to start. Not to mention she was sure between the two of them they could make the trip enjoyable since they had done so thus far already.

With a quick intake of breath, the little grey wolf eased her forepaws ahead of her along the ground, stretching before drawing them close and situating them in positions that would enable her to press right up to her paws. Smiling with resignation, Ash allowed a quick yawn to part her jaws before responding contentedly, "Whenever you're ready."