Stavanger Bay To err is human; to forgive, divine.

Yeah, sunset is fine. Sorry it took me so long to reply. Just getting back from vacation.

The setting sun cast its final rays onto the pair of wolves, illuminating the multitude of colors that made up her beautiful pelt. The flash of a smile, however, was more beautiful than anything. It was a glimmer of hope that maybe their friendship wasn't lost, and it gave Beric the determination to continue to let her see she could trust him.

She confirmed she was with the Isle wolves, and went on to say how she had come about to be there. It was no surprise to him that Ypres had offered her a home. She was a kind wolf, and he hoped a good leader. Claire admitted, though, that she didn't feel comfortable there. At her comment, he frowned. Nature has no sympathy. Either you survive, or you don't, he said softly. She couldn't feel sorry for herself- it wouldn't help anything. I know you have reservations about pack life, but it's really worth it when you find the right pack, he said. Maybe she would consider staying here, of her own accord, once her sentence was complete. He hesitated in asking. He knew he was still on thin ice with her, and he didn't want to push it.