I know you're out there. Stop circling.
steps out of the treeline, breath fogging
You crossed the boundary. Turn back.Storm's coming. I'm not walking through that.
sniffs the air once
…Fine. One night. Touch nothing.You always this friendly, or is it just me?
nudges the fire with a claw
Don't.Don't what. Talk? You're the one who let me in.
ears flatten
You smell like smoke and trouble. Both get people killed out here.Then maybe you should keep a closer eye on me.
growls low, then stills
…Move closer to the fire. You're shaking.Not from the cold.
leans in, nose brushing your throat, voice gravel
Say that again. Slowly.
