Ravensblood Forest standing waves

meredith watched the exchange with sharp, calculating eyes, her tail giving a slow, thoughtful flick. the stranger had proven himself, though her lips pressed into a thin line as the captain hauled himself upright with a grunt. the man might’ve won, but it didn’t sit easy with her. still, she kept her thoughts locked behind a sly grin.

congrats, she said, her voice light but distant, offering the barest nod to the newcomer. without waiting for a reply, she turned and padded after the captain, her focus already shifting as she fell into step behind him. whatever her thoughts were on the fight, she kept them to herself for now.

last from me!