Thread: Whispers From Wolves (Raziel99 & darkangel76)

Carys sipped at her water several times before finally returning the canteen to her pouch. Her hands shook as she refastened the leather straps, her cheeks still so very hot. As she turned to glance over at both Luke and Orrin, she noticed that Rylai had gone. Tilting her head, she slowly walked back over to her protectors and knelt beside them both. Where did Rylai go? Carys asked, her voice so very soft as she petted her two animal companions. Luke looked up at Carys, his eyes glowing brightly in the dimly lit cave. He went into the adjacent chamber, he growled as he nuzzled against her. He thinks he upset you, Rys. Orrin just stretched lazily, the warmth of the cave and having a full belly obviously making him tired. Luke too seemed tired and wanting of sleep. Giving both animals a nod, Carys whispered, No, he didnt upset me. Her voice was hesitant, unsure and it made Lukes fur rise a bit at her unease. Its just, well, we dont talk of such things so publicly. Being in heat? Luke snarled, his body rubbing even closer to her than before. Yes, Carys answered, her cheeks reddening all over again. Orrin rolled over and let himself doze off as Luke continued to talk to their charge. The great cat knew she was safe and thus felt all right giving in to the exhaustion taking over his sleek body. It was a natural question, Rys. Both Orrin and I can smell when you are, Luke projected. Every month you emit something neither of us can explain, but we feel it. Sense it. He rested his head against her lap. Lately, its been stronger. Not sure why. Carys winced at Lukes words. She didnt feel any differently than she had any other day of her life. So why could these animals, this shifter, notice such things? Perhaps her senses truly were dulled. Or maybe it was something else? No matter, she couldnt feel it. So, she had no way of knowing what it was or what she could do to stop it. Dont let it bother you, woman. You are under our care, Luke growled. You humans are more similar to us animals than you might realize. Youre just soft. Though his growl became deeper, more forceful. We like that you are that way, Rys. Carys smiled weakly. She had to hand it to Luke. The wolf knew her well. He always was quick on cheering her up when she felt down or bothered by something. Nodding, she gave him some more pets and then shifted to stand up. I need to go to Rylai. Let him know that Im not upset. Luke made a gesture similar to a nod and moved to lay down close to where Orrin was resting. Carys pointed over to what looked like the way toward another area of the cave. Luke nodded once more and then closed his eyes. Letting out a long exhale, she then readied herself to go find Rylai and apologize. Carys slowly made her way to where Rylai had gone, walking along what appeared to be a short corridor of sorts. As she made her way along it, she could hear a muffled voice and she knew it was Rylai, though she wondered whom it was he was talking to. Soon, though, the corridor opened up. On the far side she could see him kneeling before what looked like a shrine, though she didnt recognize the deity. She stood there silently for several long seconds as he knelt there on the ground. Finally, she shifted on her feet and felt a breeze blow past her body making her shiver a bit. Biting down on her lip and daring to take a step forward, Carys hesitantly whispered, Rylai? Im sorry for my earlier behavior. You hadnt done anything wrong, I her voice trailed and her cheeks reddened. I Im just a silly girl. Im sorry if I upset you or made you feel badly. It wasnt my intention. Carys looked down at her feet as she took another step toward Rylai. His presence definitely felt stronger seeing him in his human form. But, not wanting him to think she feared him, she continued taking tiny steps, slowly closing the distance between them both. Finally, when she reached his side, she knelt down beside him and chuckled nervously. Also, please. Please join us in our travels. I know not where Im heading, but protecting me has been difficult on both Luke and Orrin. I know it has, though theyd never say as much to me. Carys let out a tiny sigh. Im more trouble than Im worth. So, if you change your mind. I will understand.