The universe is full of magical things
The branch that he sweeps aside might have reached him but Knell can barely see it from where she stands, much more aware of the bushes by his feet than what towers ahead. It's helpful for someone searching for berries - which is apparently what they'll be doing.
Proud to have her idea meet his approval, Knell feels taller than her short stature suggests. "Okay!" she agrees, sharing in his smile before turning her eyes to the surrounding foliage once more. There are plenty of plants with berries, but she doesn't rush too far from Asta's side, only leading a few steps to grab from the first bush she sees.
The berries are plump and red, popping easily from the branch when she pulls at them. They fit easily in the pockets of her too-big jacket (what else are they for?), her collection growing as she works her way around the shrub. When one of them bursts between her fingers, Knell pauses to lick them clean, the red juices spreading over her tongue and fangs like a childish imitation of blood.
Her eyes widen at the sweet flavor, a low hum buzzing through her when she smiles up at Asta, presenting him with her stained hand and a few whole berries. "Wow! These are good!"
Proud to have her idea meet his approval, Knell feels taller than her short stature suggests. "Okay!" she agrees, sharing in his smile before turning her eyes to the surrounding foliage once more. There are plenty of plants with berries, but she doesn't rush too far from Asta's side, only leading a few steps to grab from the first bush she sees.
The berries are plump and red, popping easily from the branch when she pulls at them. They fit easily in the pockets of her too-big jacket (what else are they for?), her collection growing as she works her way around the shrub. When one of them bursts between her fingers, Knell pauses to lick them clean, the red juices spreading over her tongue and fangs like a childish imitation of blood.
Her eyes widen at the sweet flavor, a low hum buzzing through her when she smiles up at Asta, presenting him with her stained hand and a few whole berries. "Wow! These are good!"
Knell
patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.
