Ankyra Sound Remember, lads and lassies, fairy tales weren't fun stories. They were warnings.

She gave him adoring attention for a bit longer, but eventually, her eyes got too heavy to keep up the silent distraction.  When that happened, she shifted back into position and pulled him in once more, then snagged Clementine from where she had been restlessly pulling herself as well.  Settling her in beside her brother, she gave both one last pass with her tongue.  Then she lay down with a gentle sigh and enjoyed their cuddled warmth as she drifted off once more.

As always, the mother was alert for any changes, even in sleep.  But the night was quiet and cool, perfect for the quiet calm of dreamless sleep.