nascence

the coyote seemed startled, initially raising its muzzle as if to call out, but instead was silent, seemingly a change of heart. it scurried over to her instead, and in a moment she could smell that it was female, which raised her opinion of her slightly, though she was still a coyote and not a sister of solaire's. 

at the order to leave, sol's eyes narrowed slightly with defiance. i will stay here for the night, it is getting dark. in the morning i will leave. her tone gave no indication that she was requesting permission, but still she tilted her head and wondered conversationally, what will you do when i stay?