Dragoncrest Cliffs i gave myself over to the ocean

It seemed natural, and maybe a bit selfish, to want them to follow in his steps and take up the guard. He could teach them so much that way, more than he could with any other pathway-- from spars, defend alongside him, and knowing they kept Drageda safe.. but picturing shy Sirio and a future like that one was still an awkward fit. Even graceful little Dalia did not look cut for the role. However, they had time to grow up still, yet Dio was feeling it about time they began to hit stride.

He contemplated in silence for a few moments after nodding when she said she felt the same. It would take time, and they would all learn one way or another.

"Just hope it lets up soon. I'm starting to miss dry," he said with a small scoff, gesturing to the stormy, humid everything all around before he nudged her chest in a quick farewell. He moved to leave the way he'd come after his brief goodbye, and would head off to check on the pups while they were on his mind anyway.