Broken Antler Fen Cold Water

Aviana had gingerly made her way back into the territory after she and Pearl's conversation. The agouti female had great respect for her brother's mate, and looked forward to future conversations with her, especially since the last one had gone so well. But, that didn't mean she was ready to see Seb.

While she had come back into the pack lands, she had steered clear of the other members, and her brother. She simply wasn't ready to face him yet. Part of her said it was because of her fear of him that day, but deep down, Aviana knew better. It wasn't just that fear, it was feeling ashamed that she had it at all. Seb was her brother, her protector. He had never treated her with anything but kindness. How could she ever fear him, when he had simply shown some confidence? He wasn't aggressive at all, least of all towards her. Aviana feared he would disappointed that she had reacted the way she had.

And, so, though she remained in the boundaries of Broken Antler Fen, she had kept on the move. She stopped long enough to sleep, but as the sun rose, so did she. She had learned just about every inch of the territory, and had effectively not seen any of her pack mates. But, today, it seemed that would change.

She turned in time to see her brother, and paused, her gaze watching him. She almost would have let him pass, but she knew that would be the coward's way out. So, instead, she chuffed, announcing her position to him.