Big Salmon Lake Icarus

Emerald eyes rolled to the sky as she gave an amused shake of her silver head. I always knew we were destined for greatness. Such a kingdom it shall be. 

Caeli herself shied away from making comments that linked the pair together. It was simply too awkward, though she didn't mind when the earthen male teased. Maybe she even liked it. They'd been born near the same time (though Ridir wasn't likely to let her forget that he was several weeks older), and their families had ties that went back for generations. She had always liked him, though perhaps what drew them together was not immediately apparent. In any case, the moment was stored away for later contemplation, and with a heavy exhale, she lowered to peppered haunches.

Never been more tired,  she answered honestly, laying her ears flat for a moment. It had been a very long journey - exciting and interesting, but also full of challenges. But I'm ok. I've got muscles I never even knew I had. A laugh. A pause. Then seriousness. I think we're gonna have to stop soon. Find someone to talk into letting us stay? We've done pretty well, but it's getting colder everyday. Is this the place, or do we keep moving? She hoped he would agree to stop, but Caeli was not one to force her opinions on others.