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[Romulus]

The heat of the island was relentless, even for the winter. The multi-colored lion could feel the heat beating down onto his black fur, almost practically scolding his skin. Nonetheless, he had grown used to the heat. This was his home, after all. Through panting, the wanderer traversed through the island with periwinkle eyes peeled in search of prey. His gaze traced the horizon and met with a black silhouette. Blurred vision focused in on the being, only to watch as they collapsed into the sand without any hesitation.

Romulus' brow furrowed. Peculiar. Soft paws graced the sand as he grew closer, only to realize the figure before him was a kitten. His pace grew quicker, reaching their side in seconds. The lion's head moved downwards with his colored hues observing the feline before him. They were skinny, ribs peeking out of their side, and their face was covered in a gash. A sense of urgency rushed over Romulus. His head shot up from the floor. Periwinkle irises surveyed the area, but no one else seemed present just yet and there was no herbs present that could help him. Biting his tongue, he let out a rough sigh.

His paw moved forward, attempting to lightly tap at the kitten's skull with the top of his claw. "Excuse me," came his light mutter. "Wake up." His eyes slowly moved down to the girl's chest, observing her breathing. As he watched her ragged breaths, he continued on. "I can help you..." Where the hell could Ninazu be in times like these? Chaz, obviously, wasn't any use to them anymore.