𝖓ature's 𝚂𝙴𝚁𝚅𝙰𝙽𝚃 .

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⠀big feline stretch.

‘ your kindness is appreciated. ’ she thanked him and took a seat by the fire, just opposite of him, warming her cold hands. ‘ i can offer you some supplies in return? are you in need of anything? ’

‘ easy now. ’ the druid lifted her hands in defence, hoping to show that she was no threat. ‘ i am a friend seeking shelter from the storm outside, just like you are. mind if i benefit from your campfire? ’

there is nothing i would rather do.

come, let us rest now. you have had a long journey.

soon, i hope ... as soon as we have put an end to this curse.

of our oldest?

yes, she is. and tougher than me, that one. all of them are, in their own ways.

you are a father. ( her thumb brushed against his knuckles when she saw that darkness in his gaze. ) there are rion and jord, who are following in their mother's druidic footsteps. and fig, jhessem and tate, the younger cubs ... i hope you will get to meet them all soon.

do not forget to breathe now ... ( she squeezed his hand reassuringly, though amused. ) yes, we do. five young cubs, far away from this evil. ( or at least, that's what she thought. )

i speak and speak and that is the one detail that captures your attention. ( a small chuckle, features softening a little at the thought of her family. ) i have taken in five wards.