Dragoncrest Cliffs more scar tissue than muscle memory

Wildfire leaned into the gestures of affection, then followed as Thuringwethil led the way deeper into the cavern. She did hesitate a bit as the air darkened around them. "Thur..." she said haltingly, feeling an unpleasant flutter in her stomach. "Have I ever told you about my fear of caves? Heh?" She swallowed, trying to cough up the courage to trail after her mate, especially as the commander described the sense of peace and calm this place offered her. Somehow, she managed, sticking close to the Heda's hip until they traversed a tunnel that opened up onto the beach.

A ragged breath burst out of her as Wildfire hastened toward the open air. "Sorry," she was quick to say, rounding on Thuringwethil. "I'll adjust." I hope, she added inwardly. Her lips twitched into a faint smile. "I can see that you like it here. We should stay," Wildfire continued, in case there was any doubt she supported her mate's decision to lay down their roots right here.