The Sentinels Old Burns

Continuing... @Fleurette. As an FYI, I am assuming Fleurette is not in heat at this moment/her scent would not indicate as much.

They moved East from the Gilded Bay toward the forest. The wind blew through the air and Andr walked at Fleurette's side upwind to act as her shield. The cool air was unpleasant and he imagined it was twofold for his companion as her water-logged coat absorbed the cold. Although the air froze it also dried. 

By the time the sands under their paws turned to snow-covered grasses the ends and mid regions of her coat appeared dry. One concern is nearly overcome, despite having to endure through it. The woods and foliage would satisfy their remaining concern. Warmth, or more aptly shelter from the elements to keep the cold at bay. 

At the threshold of The Sentininels Andr hesitated. His head lifted and peered at the tree tops. An unsuspecting eye may not be alarmed, but Andr has seen these trees before. Seen the star that split from the sky and hurdled to the earth trimming a line of trees in its path. 

Months ago there had been fire and smoke, now the forest regrew again, but Andr felt as though the embers were still burning beneath his feet. Looking over his shoulder he addressed Flearuette "This way. Stay close." before crossing into the forest, away from the direction of once fallen sun.

The change in temperature within the protection of the trees could be felt immediately, and Andr took in a deep breath as they pressed on. The tall sentinels acted as shields but streams of air still snuck in, a more encompassing enclosure would be needed.

He pressed on until they came across a rock face. Andr lead Flearueete along searching for an opening. There were some smaller openings, and another that appeared to be able to fit the two of them but smelled of another creature's home, nothing worth fearing but something he didn't wish to upset. Then he found it, an opening that would house them both, and even offer some additional breathing room. "Will this suffice?" he asked looking for her approval.