Northstar Vale learner

she bounced off through what was once a flower field. now it was covered by a snow drift that she had found was a special brand of fun. it became easy to dive into the build up of snow, then burst out.

it clumped onto her fur in the longer parts, wetted her nose. yes! yes, she was cold but it was worth every moment.

back she dove into the snow.

She watched her sister from a distance for a moment. Perhaps seeking out her sister in the midst of her boredom was the right decision. Zosime's ruddy fur was a stark contrast to the white, but back her figure disappeared into snow. Zulema blinked, what was she doing? When her sister did resurface with a comely smile, she decided she wanted in on the fun too.

❝Zosime!❞ The tan girl called to her sister with a pleasant tone, trying her best to hop through the drift of snow.

Her coat was now tipped with white as she bounded forward with a few giggles, Zulema's body almost enveloped. As she had approached Zosime, she watched her sister, then tried her best to mimic the actions.

her name was called and she appeared from the drift of snow, nearing the color of her mother when dusted in the powder.

zulema! she welcomed her sister with a waving tail and a series of sounds. you pounce! pounce, pounce, pounce! like hunter! then she demonstrated the way she dove into the snow once more.

each time she came out a bit colder and wetter for her adventures.

As their play had progressed, the girls' fur was damp where it was not powdered with snow. Zulema grinned at the way the snow had blanketed Zosime's coat, making her color appear lighter.

❝I'll be prey and you be hunter.❞ Zulema burst out of the snow and spun around into a play bow facing Zosime with a giddy smile in response.

The snow flew in many directions, but her tail waved high as she waited for Zosime to chase her before she came up with a better idea.

❝Close your eyes and I'll go hide in the snow!❞ Zulema's head was tilted slightly as she waited for a response, perhaps her sister wished to continue burrowing in and out of the snow.

prey and hunter!

oh, no! hide and seek instead it seemed, but that was...kind of the same game still right? regardless zosime was thrilled to simply just have the company of her sister.

she squeezed her eyes shut tight. then loudly began her count.

ONE....TWO...THREE...

oh. what number did she need to count to!?

Zulema spun around with a shriek and a fit of giggles as her sister counted. Excitement continued to bud as she scrambled into the snow, trying to make sure her tail was properly covered. Maybe snow could be fun, as much as Zulema would rather have the sun out.

The girl went quiet, trying to conceal herself in all ways in the rather short distance from Zosime. This game was fun, but she wanted to be the hunter next.

zosime gave up counting somewhere around five.

i will find you! she called out loudly with laughter. already she was unable to see her sister! their tracks had muddled into one in the snow. either of them would stick out like a sore thumb in the white winter wonderland that their home had become and yet — !

zulema you hide too good!

and then she hushed! wondering if she may hear her sister respond in some way.

Zosimes voice was muffled to Zulema, yet she could still hear her words rather clear. While winning the game was clear in front of her if she remained quiet, it was far to hard for the girl to not laugh. Maybe Zosime didn't hear? Zulema held her breath after the few poorly suppressed giggles, intensely waiting on how her sister moved forward.