Morningside Cuesta it's time for a new beginning

Day hmmm'd under his breath and continued his grooming. The sharp, shooting aches were fading slowly to a dull throb, but he still didn't think he'd be up for moving again any time soon. And why should he, when he could just lay here and enjoy her company? When he could be loved and feel safe, and try to forget about all the things that still haunted him.

Even when his stamina began to return, he could not bring himself to move. His grooming grew rougher, perhaps - more teeth than tongue - but that was all. He was tired, and there would be other chances for them to make sure they conceived. For the moment, he was simply glad to be beside her, where things were simple and soft.

With a sigh, he settled down, laying his neck over hers.

"D'ya think things will ever get better?" he asked softly. Would Sunny come back? Would Adeline heal? Would the world leave them alone for a bit? "I just want so bad for things... for things to be easy."

Nothing could disguse the raw longing in his voice.