Fool's Gold Chasm bellisimo

For @Wrynn only.

There was a wolf among them that Woya had largely let be, not really getting to know even on a shallow level. He was Levi's recruit and friend, which had already shuffled him into a certain category that the alpha had rather let be. As time passed, however, and she regained both health and strength the lithe Macieo began to pay more attention to the mystery man dwelling within her territory.

She sought him out now, determined to finally cross the threshold between stranger and acquaintance. After all, it was her duty to know who he was and where exactly he fit in amongst them. He was not a child or adolescent, and so she felt his excuses were minimal. It was time for direction to be taken, especially when as much could be expected from the newest among them.

"Wrynn?" Woya called out when his scent was strong enough, certain he had to be nearby.

"Let's talk a minute."

(This post was last modified: Nov 28, 2022, 01:03 AM by Woya.)

He had been sitting back staring at a small patch of dandelions, an internal war going on which would be unbeknownst to anyone if they laid eyes on him. It appeared as if he was simply staring at the flowers in deep thought, but inside his mind there was quite a discussion going on.

His head snapped up when he heard his name being called out, heart beating rapidly in his chest even though he knew he wasn't doing anything wrong. Wrynn just hadn't expected any company.

Ears pulled back a little at the next words, immediately going to the conclusion that he had done something wrong and was now going to face his punishment. He knew who Woya was and the position she held, but had yet to actually hold a conversation with her.

What a great first impression this was going to be.

"I'm over here!" He managed to squeak out without stumbling over his words, rising to his paws and quickly making his way over to her. Angering her further by being tardy would just make things worse. When she came into view he stopped a respectful distance away, close enough that they could talk at a normal volume. It took all of his willpower to not hang his head and tuck his tail, but he settled for resolutely staring at her chin.

"What did you... wanna talk about?" Wrynn couldn't think of what it is he might've done wrong, but just hoped she would not punish him too much for whatever it was.

Everything about him just reminded her of Leviticus, especially when the young man had first joined up with them. She couldn't help the measure of furrowing in her brows as she regarded Wren, a look that could be construed as disapproving. Still, she wasn't here to scold him. At least, so long as he didn't give her reason to.

"... you've been with us for a while now," she decided to begin with, tone even and without hostility. Neither was it warm nor friendly. The queen remained neutral.

"Still I don't know much about you. You're much healthier now, the drought has ended. What's your plan?"