Silvertip Mountain bileflowers

She gratefully accepted his offer and leaned against him, releasing a long, slow breath through her nose as he lead them to the basin. His respect showed in his face as he lowered it to hers. Arielle offered a soft brush of her nose to his chin in return.

 She was so desperate for water by the time they arrived that she pushed forward and began sucking in large mouthfuls of water. But she knew she could not take in a large amount if she wanted to keep it down. Besides, Merrick's words slid over her spine. They were not harsh but the warning was clear. 

She walked back and took a seat in front of the bear king. She was torn. She never wanted to go against his wishes, but neither did she want to see him hurt or worse. It was clear to her then that he had meant to test the plants out on himself. But, she said softly. I am just supposed to watch you take the risk? Her distaste of that idea was clear in her expression.