new as the rising sun

Tryphon still hesitated, but Kaskara didn't blame him. Being afraid of failure wasn't a weakness; it was a reality that every creature faced, especially predators. Failing meant less safety, less food, and less time to make it right. Kaskara understood his fear only too well. But she had grown away from the fear, accepted it as part of her life, and worked to overcome it. Most times she could do just that, but sometimes she was still afraid.

"I think you'll have fun. Maybe start with something small." She smiled at him, glad that their conversation was moving forward. "I'm an outrider myself. Maybe I could teach you a few things, if you want?" Kaskara had never wanted an apprentice before, but something about the boy tugged at her heart, and she thought that maybe they'd be able to help each other in this.