Lake Rodney vinitor

"keep your eyes ahead, and put your arms out beneath the surface," germanicus went on in that same carved baritone. 

he had felt the glinting of the boy's fear surrounding them both. "and when you are ready, push with hind-paws against the edge. do not forget to move your legs, or you will sink."

a first, a second, a third breath. and then germanicus had sent himself into the water, taking calmly to the routine of movement.