Ocean's Breath Plateau i'm a rebel just for kicks

maggak stirs and greets him with all he needed to know. words were not necessary between them, all it took was the silent share of a mischievous glance for him to know she would support him. he gave a nod to her gaze, determination set firm across his features. 

unaware of the eavesdropper listening close by, acrux fell flat to his haunches before perking up with a quiet, "we can't leave our brothers here." the adults seemed unrelenting in their decision that the younger boys must remain here by the sea. he thought no amount of begging would come to change their mind, which left them with only one other option.

"we must sneak 'em back home before anaa or another adult finds out." he looked to his sister then, curious if she would agree with his plan of action or had another idea he had not thought of yet.