A not-so-gentle Breeze -- Drift Intro

[RHINESTONE.]

LEADER ❝ RHINE ❞ PALMCLAN

It was unsettling, to see Foamkit made so upset by Palejaw's slightly hostile presence, even if it was merely meant to be a protective one. Rhine knew that Foam was still a child, and thus prone to overreacting, but the leader admittedly couldn't say that he blamed the child for being upset. Similarly, Rhinestone didn't want any conflict happening, as evidenced by the way he tried to soothe the situation around him. His nose touched briefly to Foamkit's head, trying to provide the kit with some comfort before he dove into the soft and warm feathers of Drifting. The young and odd creature's reaction was positive, judging by the way that she seemed to similarly comfort Foam and hold him close. Rhine found himself smiling up at her, immediately grateful to her for knowing how to provide something solid in an upsetting time. He then nodded his head, saying to all those around him, "Camp... nest. Yes, follow me. It'll be much calmer there." He shot a brief look back at Palejaw, flicking his tail to indicate that the other could follow as well, if he wished.

Without waiting for another response, the leader then turned, guiding the small group back towards the sandy valley that held Palmclan's main camp. He could already feel the sun beating down upon their backs, and he spoke quietly as he moved along, a few chuckles bubbling up from his chest, "Some in camp might be a little... surprised by you. Don't worry about them, though. We've been getting a lot of new and different creatures in the clan lately, and everything is still kind of in an adjustment period." Rhine not only had one, but now two different children following him that he wasn't even sure could understand him, yet he still found himself talking normally. He wasn't sure if it was because he was just that bad at speaking more simply, or if he was just trying to help them both learn.

NEVER OPENED MYSELF THIS WAY
LIFE IS OURS, WE LIVE IT OUR WAY

— Reggan