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“Hey, wait up!”
You know that voice. It belongs to one of your partners, Rian. Turning to look at him, you can’t help but smile at the Stonewood’s charming enthusiasm. “What is it, my love?”
He trots up to you, tail swaying happily. “Mira heard that the kitchen is getting a shipment of creeping cliff berries today.” He grins, eyes full of mischief. “Sounds like fun, eh?”
You stifle a snicker. “Oh most definitely. How’d Mira catch wind of that?”
Rian tilts his head, hair falling into his face a bit. “The Scientist’s assistant. They mentioned it when they passed by Mira’s post this morning.”
You shift your weight, nodding. “That makes sense. They always hear about deliveries before any of us.” You flick your tail. “So what time were you thinking?”
Your partner folds his arms, tapping a foot. “Probably when the Podlings bring the treat trolley past the spyglass, right?”
“It’s the safest bet, since the walkway is so narrow there. Less chances of witnesses.” You observe. “Shall I go tell Mira, then?”
Rian chuckles warmly. “Mhmm. See you at the first sunset!”
You find the Vapran at her prefered post. She had been assigned to guard skekShod a few trine ago. The Treasurer was blissfully easy to keep track of, as they weren’t prone to wandering often.
You trot up to her, waving. “Afternoon, Mira!”
Her ears prick up in surprise. “Hello, darling! Did you hear from Rian today?”
“Yup!” You confirm. “We picked out the usual spot, when the first Brother slips below the horizon.”
Mira smirks slightly. “That works for me.” She tucks one of her thin braids behind her ear. “Today’s been so boring . I could really do with some excitement!”
You couldn’t agree more. Nothing bad ever happened in the castle, so the daily grind was sluggish at best. Glacial at worst. The three of you couldn’t be blamed for seeking a bit of fun.