Terra stretched out in the small den. She had a room in the hotel, but traveling had taxed her wound, so she'd taken shelter in one of the dens she'd prepared for winter. It was getting colder, and the small warmth provided by the den wasn't much. It was close to the borders as well, making her wary about completely dropping her guard. Her heat began to fill the small gap, stopping her shivering. Glad for the break Terra stuck her nose out, smelling the night airs.


A soft wind blew around, carrying scents from beyond the border. She could smell deer as they moved through the trees, and the crisp scent of pine. Overhead bats called as they flew on their nightly tasks. For once everything was peaceful, and Terra was grateful for it. During the day she moved without stop, putting herself in danger. When night came and she fell asleep though, it was difficult to wake her up. That made peace a deep want for her before she slept.

Smoke wafted through the regularly clear night. Curious Terra came out from the den, shaking the dirt loose. The source was beyond the territory, but that was no reason not to investigate. She came from a pack that welcomed strangers regularly with open arms, and she was no different. The time alone had made her more cautious, but the curious spirit inside her still made her welcoming towards newcomers. Cheerfully Terra trotted over. A white wolf stood tending the fire, the light reflecting the star mark on her forehead.


Terra's greeting style was of one accustomed to being alone. Hello! What are you doing? Not even waiting for a response Terra moved closer, taking a seat next to the fire. Her tail curled around, keeping her toes warm in the budding cold. The heat from the flames was nice, an unexpected treat as she'd never gotten close enough to notice that before. Have you traveled far? As the host Terra would be the one to share the news and stories of what was happening, though that wouldn't be until later, when the guest had accepted and become part of the pack, however temporarily.