it was only a kiss ;; Aesior

[Cobra]

the child was confused by the lack of sound. tiny snapping turtle was used to hearing others talk to him. he had no idea that this creature could not speak. as he was sniffed, he pulled back into his shell a tiny bit. ember orbs blinking as he was tapped ever so gently. honestly, he was a bit lost at first, but slowly came back out of his shell.

silence.

the young male would tilt his head curiously before moving closer. this time, he would not bite the older creature. no, instead he would attempt to tap at him with his own, admittedly tiny, foot. looking up for approval.

actions "speech"

▓ or am i just a shell?