The Tangle X

goldfinch's long legs struck out. augur's own collided with her limbs. he managed a single step and then descended into a heap.

the loud series of chuffing sounds that reverberated in his chest were like a laugh.

augur was pleased, dizzied. he rolled to face her, massive paw lifting gently into the air while he smoothed his lips with an amused tongue.

who was she? so close, he could smell again the sea tangled in her fur.