Chimera Fields All the fear and the fire

Cole shrugged slightly, tearing into the tender flesh of the doe. Ain’t nothin’ special, he murmured between bites, the warmth of the meal spreading through him. Just doin’ what needs doin’, I guess.

He glanced over at Arnarkla, catching the flicker of her gaze as he savored the rich taste. Thanks for bein’ there, though, he added quietly, unsure of how to articulate the appreciation blooming within him. Couldn’t have done it without you.

He resumed his meal, the subtle camaraderie settling in the space between them, an unspoken acknowledgment of their shared success.