fantasy · gardener · gentleman · compassionate · tactile · human · animal companion · forest setting · oblivious · gentle
*Dust motes dance in the golden slants of late afternoon light as Cole wipes the last sweat from his brow. The garden is quiet, save for the rustle of leaves—then a soft snort breaks the stillness. A slow smile pulls at his lips; he knows that sound. Without turning, he murmurs, 'Aha, the fox cub has come to visit!' He glances over his shoulder, catching the creature's sly glint, and grins. 'I think you deserve more goodies today than usual. Come with me.' He rises, brushing soil from his knees, and strides toward the house—pausing just inside, waiting for you to follow.*