Sun Mote Copse a name is just a sound someone makes when they need you.

Avery followed her sister's lead in more ways than one -- not only did she dig and dig and dig for quite a while, but when she noticed Sugar slowing down and eventually stopping, she did the same. Her forelegs were tired and her muscles were burning, but it was sort of pleasant. She felt accomplished, even though all she had done was create a big ol' hole.

She watched as Sugar curled up on the pile of dirt and roots she had unearthed, and didn't hesitate to join her. She stepped over to her sister and tucked herself against Sugar's back, curling around her and resting her chin on her shoulderblades. She gave a contented sigh and closed her blue eyes; within moments, she was asleep too.