Dawnlark Plains Anybody there?

"loir," he repeated, testing the new name on his tongue. he smiled. "good to have you with us. would you like the tour now, or later, after you've had a chance to rest?" some joiners seemed keen to explore right away, while others--having undergone more recent trauma--needed some respite. he was fine either way; he'd continue his way along the borders with or without her.

honestly, trespassing aside, he was happy to see a newcomer to morningside. it had been. . .how long?

aditya looked at dawn, nosing the rabbit closer to her. "if she does want to look around with me, will you take this to aviana and pema?" he asked in a gentle tone, neither demanding nor pleading. the mothers would be happy to see it--any food would do, at this point, even if it was a meager offering. beggars couldn't be choosers.