Moonspear forty winks

Not a lot was still more than he had to offer, so the dark young hunter was eager to share in the knowledge that she had. A mixture of awe and guilt tumbled around in his stomach; this warm young girl had found more about the heavens than he had. He had spent countless nights staring up into the glittering expanse of darkness, wondering what the stars were really made of, how far away they were, and where they went when the sun rose in the morning. He longed to understand what secrets they held and how that understanding might help to benefit those around him.
 
Knowing that nightfall wouldn’t be for some time yet, Meerkat suggested that they lay and wait. Atlas could see no downside to this idea and bobbed his head in agreement before flopping down to his side and stretching his long legs out until they draped over her frame. A warm smile curled the dark of his lips as the shade released a heavy sigh.
 
“So, does this mean you’re an astronomer in training? Or do you have your sights set on other passions, Meerkat?” he rumbled softly to her.