Phoenix Maplewood Anyone Home?

Listening to Howl's story, Brynn immediately felt sad for him. Her family was taken from her, but it must feel awful to have to make the choice to leave your loved ones behind. She was glad he offered up a piece of his past to her. It made her feel better about sharing a little of her story with him. Brynn looked at Howl with compassion in her eyes and said, "That must have been a hard decision to make. I can't even imagine..." She trailed off not really know how else to express her sadness for him. 

Brynn was surprised by Howl's last statement. It helped cast a positive light on both of their stories. Plus, the more she though about, the more she felt it was true. She then replied, "Your sympathy, willingness to listen, and kind words are much appreciated." 

Brynn stretched from her sitting position and rose up on all fours in front of Howl. She really wanted to explore this area a little more. She wouldn't mind his company while exploring a little but wasn't sure if he would be into it. Only one way to find out, she thought. "Say, would you be up to accompanying me while I explore this area a little more?" She smiled shyly, and added, "It's totally cool if you can't since you're busy and all...Just thought I'd ask since you probably know this area way better than I do." She wagged her tail slightly and waited for his response.