Moonspear miracle of life

She was proud of Ran and happy that her sibling seemed so pleased too. Often the younger girl was fussing or moping in the den, largely ignored by her family as she struggled with her deformed leg. But today Galaxy had helped prove to Ran (and anyone else who might be watching) that she could succeed despite her handicap. Just because she was different didn't mean she wouldn't do well in life.

You're gonna be a great hunter when you grow up, Galaxy thought toward Ran as her celebratory dance wound down and she plopped on her haunches. She wished she could say so now but her childish tongue still stumbled and tripped over words. She contented herself with snuffling happily against Ran's dark cheek before sliding to her belly with a happy sigh.

The bug's remains were nearby and she idly sniffed at them without bothering to lift her head, only to wrinkle her nose at that terrible smell. Galaxy let her chin fall to her paws, though her eyes drifted in the direction of the den. She couldn't help but think of the food contained within and suddenly she was leaping back onto all fours, Ran and the triumphant hunt forgotten momentarily as the hungry child zoomed toward sustenance.