Greatwater Lake pink sky, blue heart

her husband had been busy with laying claim and establishing yellowstone's borders during their initial days on the plains. she had taken to roaming a wider perimeter, leaving her mark during select high traffic areas to announce the presence and intention of what lay ahead.

there was also the interest of exploring the surrounding regions and scouting for any potential recruits or assessing any adversaries. she'd found neither thus far, though her path today took her towards the outstretched land leading up to a vast lake.

she stopped by water's edge to quench what thirst she had before pulling away to glance skyward and guage how much daylight she had remaining. there was an hour, perhaps two, left for the day, and the viper thought it best to return to the plains before dusk fully enveloped the world.

she kept her steps even as she turned to return home, eyes watchful for any movement that caught her attention.