Two Eyes Cenote [m] Adder

The dog inclined his head. I understand, Hebsut. For a long, lingering moment, he remained silent, watching as she rose gracefully to her feet. The quiet stretched between them, filled only by the trickle of the stream, and the muted sounds of the world outside their hidden chamber.

Thank you, he whispered, the words barely more than a breath, for not turning me over. There was a quiet ache in his tone, an unspoken acknowledgment of the danger she accepted in sparing him. I know that would be much easier... smarter, even. I will make it worth your efforts.