Otter Creek Sound of Silence

he'd remained steadfast where she'd last seen him, his words apologetic. so he'd not been a competitor after all, or so he claimed. "i'm not sure much else has stuck around after all the racket i'd made." the otter had made quite a scene while it'd scurried away. she doubted any creature in the vicinity would have stuck around to become attempt number two.

still adrenaline fueled and slightly winded, the viper sucked in a few deep breathes to calm the flowing rush. "though if you are patient enough to wait for me to regain my strength, i'll take you up on your offer."