Do You Wanna Play?

The little princess would feel a swell of excitement in her heart as she imagined what the lake would be like. She couldn't wait to explore it herself, searching its shores for treasures and swimming in its depths. This would be another fantastic day. Viridian would let out a giggle as her uncle placed a kiss upon her forehead. As he pulled away, she would stretch up on her toes and give him a kiss in return. Her small tongue would brush his chin lightly, being the only thing she could still reach. She pressed her nose to his briefly and giggled once more as he explained his intentions. They were going to the lake.

"Hooray!" she cheered, skipping a few feet away. "Let's go, Uncle Crucifix! Let's go!" Her tiny white form was practically trembling with curiosity as she bounced off into the woods. She knew the man would follow and eventually take the lead. The babe didn't know where she was going, after all. But she ran ahead nonetheless, showing her obvious excitement. "Is the lake safe? Can I swim when we get there?"

Faun had already experimented with water, and she loved it to death. The pup had swam many times with her mother, in the soothing ocean waves by their temporary island home. She felt a short pang of sadness as she thought about that island. The white sandy beaches and the smell of exotic flowers. Her own little tropical paradise. Hopefully Faun could return someday. But for now, her smile returned and she awaited instructions from the alpha as they headed for the lake together.

"Speech"