Rising Sun Valley A Stray Ember

Sumac visibly perked up a bit. Oh, a traveling partner? That sounded so much nicer than more solitude. While some probably preferred the lone wander’s path, ‘Mac was a social soul by nature, despite his penchant for social anxiety.

“Oh, I’d like that. And two are definitely safer than one!” He agreed, nodding his head.

The gangly dark male trotted more easily beside his new companion, his tail not quite so drooped, and his ears more erect in an affable fashion. He wasn’t quite sure where their path was heading, but he had a feeling it would be the first step on his journey toward a new life. That felt exciting.

After a while, he spoke up.

“Easy? What are your sons like?”

Regardless of whether she chose to divulge details in the manner of a doting mother, or suffice with but a few words, he would listen intently as they wound their way through the valley.