Even before her days in Vinatta, Andara had loved the water. Easily, this love expanded to the Grand Lake. Although it was true that there had been her first encounter with Percival the pirate, she still held the scenery here close at heart. Now, though, she stayed on the Vinattan side of the territory, knowing that the other side held neutral lands. Andy wasn't much in the mood for tangling with many strangers, so she stayed as close to the pack as she could while still being able enjoy the lake.
A splash echoed off of the open water as she dove in, her thin frame slicing quickly through the water despite her fur. She felt dirty, and the cold water helped to rinse away the grime. Last time she'd been here, she'd been so hungry. But this time, her stomach was full, and she had a whole pack to defend her. Any fear she had should have subsided, but Andara remained alert while she swam. Her guard should never be down, especially at sea. Or lake.
Still, it took her a moment to notice the unfamiliar scent on the air. The briney, thick cloud of lake musk that filled her nostrils had taken over her senses as the russet and cream girl paddled about, scrubbing at her body here and there. When the strange scent finally hit her, though, she stiffened. Her small ears perked as high as they could and her head turned, nose searching for a stronger whiff.
Andy found her thin legs carrying her soaking body out of the lake and onto the shore, her bright lilacs searching the treeline for the owner of the scent. Had she heard laughter? Or had that been a bird? She couldn't tell, so she just stood there, watching, waiting. All the while, water pooled at her feet, dripping from nose and tail.
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