Thread: Whispers From Wolves (Raziel99 & darkangel76)

Carys smiled a bit when Rylai began to speak. He wasnt upset with her at all. And, from his tone, he seemed relieved that she sought him out. She wondered if that was how onlookers might have seen things, had any been present, or if it was just her own silly wishful thinking. Deciding not to dwell on things too much, she set her jaw and went with the former. In the end, she supposed it didnt matter so long as things were set right. Sitting silently, Carys let Rylai finish what he had to say. He apologized for being so blunt so soon, letting her know in no unspoken terms that he shouldve waited. The admission, though a small one, caused her cheeks to flush a little and her smile brightened just a bit more. Suddenly, he turned to face her, pushing his hair away from his face. Immediately, she felt her breath catch as her eyes found his. He had more than presence. It was something she couldnt explain and she found herself wondering if either Luke or Orrin could explain it to her later. Carys wanted to speak, to let Rylai know that things were all right. But, she couldnt find her voice. It had fled the moment she peered into his eyes, eyes unlike anything shed ever seen. They werent quite human though they werent quite animal. Licking her lips, she figured it could take a lifetime to truly figure out such eyes. At that, he began to speak again, telling her that hed be joining her and her animal companions. Again, she smiled though she still couldnt find her voice to speak. It was then, that his words began to take on a more serious turn, making a surge of adrenaline course through her body. It settled in her tummy causing it to flutter with nerves and something else. I Carys stammered finally finding her voice. If I seem distant at all, Im sorry, she then said. I I hadnt realized. Its just that, well, Im a shy person by nature. Carys turned away from Rylais gaze, suddenly feeling uncomfortable looking into his eyes. Her cheeks began to burn and she knew she had to look foolish and silly. Oh how she hated that her body always reacted so noticeably. Luke and Orrin had always told her it was endearing, that they liked that about her. But, she did not. It gave away her feelings all too often and made it more than obvious as to how shy and unknowing of things she truly was. As Carys turned to look at Rylai once again, mustering up all her courage and then some, she gave him another warm smile. Her eyes sparkled a little as she did so. She knew he had to think her so very nave and weak given how she was acting, how her body was reacting with her blushes and stammers, but this was her. Who she was. Flaws and all. I dont mean to be so shy. Or quiet, Carys chuckled softly. Im glad youll be traveling with us. I think I could learn a lot from you her voice trailed a little. And youll be a help to both Luke and Orrin, she added quickly. Also, I If it seems like I dont see you as a man, you are wrong there. I see you as a man who cares about his family, his friends. Nervously, she brought a hand up to her dark hair and began running her fingers through the thick, wavy tresses. I admire that. Again, she looked away and at the ground. I really do think I can learn many things from you and for that Im already appreciative. Biting down on her lip, she let out a tiny sigh. I just hope youll be patient with me and see that theres more to me than this shy person sitting before you now. Sucking in a sharp yet shaky breath, Carys looked up at Rylai. Her own pale eyes were full of sincerity and hopefulness, her cheeks flushed at having to speak plainly and admit things about herself she didnt always like to face. Silent, still, she sat there before him, waiting for him to say something. Anything.