Cerulean Cape i like turtles

firefly’s ears swiveled at her words, his tail giving a slow, thoughtful wag. he looked at her, truly looked, as the sun dipped lower in the sky, casting them in a soft, golden glow. the ache of goodbye was there, but so was the hope she’d sparked.  

for a moment, he said nothing, letting the quiet linger between them. then, as his gaze dropped to the ground, something caught his eye. nestled in the sand was a small, iridescent seashell, its colors shimmering faintly in the fading light.  

wait here, he murmured, his voice softer now, carrying a warmth that matched the setting sun. bending down, he scooped up the shell and padded back to her, holding it gently between his teeth before setting it at her paws.  

for you, he said, his tone light but earnest. a little piece of the sea, so you don’t forget me. somethin’ to keep until we cross paths again.

he stepped back, his smile softer now, the edges tinged with bittersweet emotion. every time you look at it, think of me out there, causin’ trouble, making stories worth tellin’ when we meet again. and i’ll be thinking of you too—wanderin’ those mountains, learnin’ all the things this big, strange world has to offer. 

his gaze lingered on her for a moment longer, before he turned his head toward the horizon where the sky bled into the sea. until then, kirain. it’s a promise, he said, his voice carrying a quiet, unshakable certainty.

without thinking and bursting with sudden confidence he gave her a quick lick on her cheek before taking off towards the forest, towards the place he was to call home. he knew any moment longer he stayed, the more his heart would fall into the depths of her ocean. but he couldn't risk steering her off course. no, if something was meant to be, her compass would point north to him.

gahhhhh i can't with him but I think you can fade with the next post if you want too!