The stench within the swamp was vulgar. My newfound burnished friend knew that the moment she bent her head down to the sludge to get a better whiff. I let a chuckle roll from my throat at the girl’s curiosity, remembering fondly of my past children. As she introduces herself, I take note of her bow, though slight, was still respectful. It may well be that if she had been born to one of my litters, she may likely not have lived, for I was a loving mother but also a cannibalistic one. Oftentimes I would feel guilty for my crimes against my own flesh and blood, but it was better to kill it sooner and get a meal out of it than to let it be preyed upon by some other carnivore. I give my black dial a nod in response to her introduction before replying,
"The pleasure is all mine, Sila. It’s nice to meet you too.
In truth I was hardly this pleasant to be around. But Sila was kind and innocent and so I put on an enjoyable façade for her. It wasn’t all bad though, her company was actually delightful and refreshing, even for only being a youngster. My orbs meet with Sila’s gilded ones just as her voice breaks the quiet. I snicker at her words, but my tone is humorous.
"Right you are, this is my first venture here. If I had known this rancid swamp was here, I would have fled in the other direction.” I clear my throat before continuing, "You mentioned showing me around earlier? Well, I’d like to take you up on that offer if you haven’t changed your mind."
My emerald gems study her as I patiently wait for her response. Antennas perch forward a top my head as if in anticipation and a pleasant smile graces my lips. I didn’t need a chaperone, but it would be nice to get a lay of the land instead of charging in totally blind. I roll my shoulders, the thick fur around my neck moves with my muscles. My crème dipped tail sways lightly behind me now as I try and ignore the ugliness of the swamp. Whether Sila helped me or not, I sure wouldn’t stay here long.
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