Broken Antler Fen Begin

He said only one word, but it had a profound effect. Coriander felt her cheeks heat beneath her pale fur, a distinct flutter starting within her stomach as her ears tipped meekly back. Why did it feel like he wasn't even talking about the weather? And why was it suddenly so hard to meet his gaze but also so difficult to look away? She chuckled girlishly and managed to avert her gaze only for a second, trying to hide her nervousness but failing.

In comparison to her, her company appeared quite at ease, suggesting they take a walk together and beginning to set off then. As expected, Cori followed right along, an awestruck obedience carrying her alongside him. Her eyes continued to peer at him as they walked, and she wracked her brain for something else to say, something to ask, so she could hear his unique, stirring voice again. "What's your name?" she eventually settled on, and looked expectant of her companion's answer.