Ouroboros Spine you take my hand and drag me head first, fearless

When he touched her cheek, she smiled and felt reassured that he was okay. 

He then accepted her invitation, and her spirits lifted further as enthusiasm coursed through her. It wasn't often that she got to play with someone new, and it was exciting to her that she was able to connect with more of her family. 

YEAH!!! she cheered as she bounded ahead a few steps before looking back at him. LET'S MAKE SOME WAVES! Now that she felt she could trust him, she allowed for her true colors to shine. LAST ONE TO THE LAKE IS A SMELLY PELT! she said with a laugh, as she picked up her pace and raced away. 

She led the rest of the way to the lake, and when they arrived at the shore, she bounded into the water, sending water spraying every which way. The lake was beautiful and calm, glimmering in the bright afternoon light.