Luneshale Pass Only angels fall

though he could not possibly know her thoughts, soto’s mind carries along at a similar trajectory. verapaz is very different than the halls of her home; its coldness and lack of splendor made more significant by rustic quarters and lean times. he supposes another challenge for her is the lack of wolves in her age cohort; he resolves to find her a peer this coming season. there’s emilio, but soto wonders of their compatibility. 

safiya’s words bring a warm smile to his face, that for once reaches the hard edges of his eyes. she’s learning — and shows promise. 

soto’s throat clears. he has been learning too. if not for safiya, he might never try at all. 

cual... his paws rotate in circular motion as he tries to find the words escaping him. what es — another break in speech as he thinks: tu ‘purpose’?