Dawnlark Plains XXXVIII

Today, Masquerade would have to choose between their vocations: they could either participate in the hunt or hang back on the sidelines to help Avicus keep an eye on the pups. Only when they arrived at the scene did Masque make up their mind. As much as they loved hunting, particularly big game, there were enough wolves gathered that Masque could lean into their role as Caru.

Although they had made up their mind and hovered close to the young pups, it didn’t stop Masque from gazing a little enviously at the hunters. They tried to catch Redd’s eye (and would wave their tail should she look this way). Their golden eyes cast beyond the wolves to ascertain the prey too, heart thumping at the sight of the bison roaming the plains.

Look, they said, trying to catch their siblings’ attention, can you see the bison? I’ll find us the best place to watch once they get underway. Just stay close to me.