His tail continued to wag proudly at his hips as he sat down and just looked at his newly planted garden. It was everything he could have ever dreamed and more. Maybe it was small and lacked diversity but he loved it. Indigo was sure that the garden was perfect. He beamed up at Iolaire as she told him how proud she was of his work. He gave her a toothy grin as his tail wagged faster, he could feel hers wagging as well.

She encouraged him to come to her with questions and encouraged th eboy to talk to his garden. He knew the plants wouldn’t talk back, but that aspect of plant care would be a nice outlet for him in the future. ”I will, aunty Io. I’ll come to you with all my questions and talk to my plants every day.” He assured her as he leaned into her leg affectionately. ”Thank you,” he offered again, still in awe at the accomplishment.

With a wink and a pat, Iolaire took leave of her nephew. She was proud of his decision to become a healer. A garden was a very good first step. So many healers just rummaged around for their herbs. It was okay if you liked to travel, but Iolaire had a home and it was a place that she didn't need to leave. Having everything here was ideal.

Back to her home she went. She was curious as to what Indigo might bring her and was greatly looking forward to teaching him all that she knew. Minus the poisons, that is. At least... until he was older.

-Fin-