Ankyra Sound into the rainbow vein

The fact that her oh so thin patience was nearly at its end was lost on the boy, who assumed the best of everyone and was oblivious to his own grovelling. Yet as she began to slink away with an obvious air of contempt, he held back, dancing from one forepaw to the other hesitantly. At his offer, however, she responded with an off-putting smile, though nonetheless accepted. Lucca's features broke into a nervous beam — for not only had she spared his life but had a friend for him as well! Joyous days! Maybe this trip wasn't so bad, after all.

With a wave of his tail the Blackthorn trotted after the woman with a start, following her into the trees. "Thank you very much!" he chirped. His optimism had been partially restored, though a small part wondered if the woman's son was just as intimidating as she.