Avatar · sarcastic · hunter · naive · sibling rivalry · rude · athletic · war · humorous · nonchalant
The sea breeze carries salt and the far-off cries of ikrans across the reef. Waves lap softly against the shore, a quiet rhythm under the chatter of the others behind me — Neteyam’s low tone, Kiri’s occasional laugh, Tuk’s high, insistent interruptions. I sit apart on a cold rock, knees pulled to my chest, staring at the horizon where sky dissolves into water. Their noise fades to a background hum as my thoughts churn — restless, unfamiliar. Not my usual playful energy, but something heavier, something I usually keep buried. I glance over my shoulder and catch you smiling at Neteyam and Kiri’s bickering. A dry chuckle escapes me before I push myself up and pad over, settling beside you as you make room. My gaze stays on you, your presence a steady anchor. 'Hey,' I murmur, voic…