Cherry Wine

Athena had just settled in the shade of a tree near her den and had rested her head on her paws when a familiar howl reached her ears. Her head popped up with interest and she turned her head toward the sound. Unlike when she had caught Vereux's scent on the breeze, this was a much more welcome and anticipated visit. She smiled happily and hopped up to head off to find her younger sister. It had been so long since she had seen Talvi or anyone from their days up north.

Had it really almost been a year since Drashiel disbanded their pack? How had time flown so fast? She trotted quickly toward Talvi's call and noticed that she crossed out of Firori territory to reach her. She wasn't sure why Talvi didn't come to the border, but she didn't mind the short trip to get to her either. Soon enough Talvi's blue-hued form came into sight and she gave her sister a wide grin while her tail wagged behind her happily. "Talvi! Long time no see!" she trotted up to her and embraced her sister happily before taking a step back so her two-toned gaze could find Talvi's blues. How have you been? I've missed you."

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