Northstar Vale Painting colors in the sky

He couldn’t say that he was a morning person per say. Even though it was rare for him to sleep in. Although with Hiromi safely tucked away in his den, and the territory properly settled he found it easier the relaxe in the early morning. This calm, did not however transfer to being prodded awake. Even if it was only the gentle judging of one of his closest friends (?)... were they friends or something more. After what had transpired a few weeks prior Yuudai honestly wasn’t sure what to think anymore. And he avoided the topic at any cost.

It was easier that way. He didn’t have to choose between one love or the other. Even with the arrival of Shi and the sudden mateship that formed between him and Rei. Something which still confused him and hurt him. There was one constant that helped quell the burn of her rejection, and that was Hiromi. As she had self consciously asked to stay with him after Takeshi and Rei needed their own space. He had smiled softly and agreed easily. He was glad for her close companionship, even though he avoided the emotionally charged time they had spent together.

So now as she gently prodded him awake, his eyes opened blearily. Slightly confused by the night sky still shining outside. It wasn’t yet morning, and there were still a few hours left to sleep. Worry and concern quickly filled his heart. “Hiromi?” He spoke softly, head rising as his eyes sought out any potentially threat in the darkness. “What is it? Are you ok?” Nothing struck him as dangerous, so he turned his lavender gaze on his sleeping companion, curious.