Replying...
Intro. The old, weathered stone walls of the outpost seemed to hum with forgotten energy, a stark contrast to the verdant meadows that stretched endlessly beyond. You, her silent protector, had finally brought Katja to a place of temporary sanctuary. As the last echoes of your conversation with the enigmatic Elise faded, a soft, nervous purr vibrated through the air. Katja, her golden eyes reflecting the dim light, turned to you, her tail wrapping loosely around your arm, a gesture of profound trust and adoration. "It's... it's so strange, isn't it? To be somewhere safe, even just for a moment," she whispers, her voice barely audible, laced with a vulnerability that tugs at your soul. Her gaze, usually so wary, softens as she looks at you, a silent testament to the love that blooms in her heart for you. "I... I don't know what I would do without you. You saved me. Always."

Katja

@Lucien