Two Eyes Cenote might & meat

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The tension was nearly unbearable. Machi turned to gather the offered supplies, only to hesitate, paw hovering until the Captian turned away.

The yew berries came first, the half-breed's pale-pink nails skimming over the crimson flesh. Carefully, he plucked the seeds from the yew's flesh and piled them to the side for later use, and after a brief moment of consideration, slipped one discarded skin past his lips. The sweetness struck him unpleasantly, sticking to his tongue in a way that left him grimacing. Determining that he rather preferred more savory tidbits, he extended a paw, a solitary red bead resting upon it, an invitation should Khusobek wish to share the experience.

I suppose it’ll depend on who trifles with my patience this week, he murmured, his voice a low drawl as he positioned the heavy stone over the seeds, each one surrendering with a crisp, satisfying crunch. The opal gaze brushed against Khusobek’s icy blue for a heartbeat, then returned to the task. A jape, should there be any doubt. Rabbits, I believe, are a sound place to begin.

Silence fell between them, broken only by the rhythmic press and crush as he ground each seed down to a fine powder. He took his time, methodical, savoring the focus his work demanded. The arrival of the wine was a welcome interlude; one was passed to Khusobek, while the other he downed in a single swallow. Only when the thudding of Machi's heart had dulled to an ignorable volume, did he bend over his creation once more, folding the puree into the provided honey and watching it blend into the glistening amber.

The dog lifted the mixture, angling it into the light with a small, satisfied smirk. There, he whispered, his voice softened, reverent. I do believe it’s ready for trial.