Light of the Sun

Qanik was ghosting through the forest on her way to her den when a howl reached her ears from near the borders. She hesitated for only a moment, eyeing the path to her den and sleep, before altering her course for the border. The voice was unfamiliar, and Roman had been so scarce since the earthquake - recovering, no doubt - that it wouldn't be right for Qanik to not investigate. So she quickened her pace to a lope, carrying her through the familiar trees in a very short time. She slowed again as she approached the source of the howl, and the scent of a stranger close - very close - to the border. She came to a complete stop, eyeing the dark stranger quietly for a moment before speaking.

"You are nearly over the border, stranger," she voiced without rancor. "You come very close to trespassing in Tortuga territory. It is a dangerous position to be in. Were you in need of something?"



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