The Heartwood If the Fires don't burn it down

Atka again found herself seeking Dreven out, but kept her steps quiet and careful because she had no audible hints to where he was. Perhaps he was hunting, or wishing to set off on one. When his brutish figure was in her view she sighed once more. She figured he may have been overwhelmed with responsibility since the absence of the beast named Aludin, she'd only heard of, had transpired.

Atka was sure he could see her approach, her intent was to not to catch him off guard. She didn't speak, only dipping her head as she stared at him with gentle expression. After a moment of silence she felt the need to speak, but not because she was uncomfortable at the silence, she could sit quietly alongside him for hours.

❝Do you wish for company or to go over your thoughts alone?❞ Atka spoke quietly.

She would not be offended if he wished to reflect without the presence of others, it was something she needed at times as well.