The Tiger Within Chapter 41

Published at 3rd of September 2019 01:31:35 PM Chapter 41

Kyera and Talis prattled back and forth as they headed toward the village . Verone followed, ever vigilant even in these forests . Unlike his teacher, who could seem to keep eye contact and continue a conversation while making her way safely through the woods, but is actually looking over her subject's shoulder and surveying the world for danger, Verone hadn't mastered it yet . Instead he listened with a small smile on his face as Kyera explained her thoughts on his future .

To be honest, her manner didn't surprise him at all, the through way she explained things and led her student to the same conclusion she herself had made . It was a art she often used on him, grooming him till he saw her logic, but also tending his individuality . Her reasoning was simple, if one could use two thought processes to reach the same conclusion, they may catch snags that one might not notice if they stopped at one .

"So, with that being said," Kyera concluded her explanation with a smile "what do you think is the next logical step?" with this, she effectively left his future in his own paws . Judging by the look on his face, Talis was well aware of the weight now on his shoulders .
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His brow wrinkled a bit as he thought, trying to put his mind to it at different angles and decide the next course of action . There were several moments of long silence as the three kept moving toward the bazaar . Sounds of bartering and the smell of foods cooking filled the evening air . Kyera was patient, but didn't have to wait too long .

"I suppose the best thing to do now is head to a training ground and start testing out possibilities?" Talis' words sounded much more like a question than a statement . He was unsure, timid and there was no mistaking it . Kyera flashed him a earth shattering smile, ones reserved for praise .

"Exactly right . I am thinking the northern training grounds . We will see what you take to there . " Kyera replied with a nod, her eyes darting over to Verone . A elegant eyebrow arched, silently asking his opinion .

"Perhaps, or perhaps the West? It's closer and has a little bit of everything plus the agility course is a bit more in depth . It might challenge him more . " Verone pointed out . Kyera nodded thinking about this for a long moment .

"I see your point . The West would be better for today . We can go to the North when we have a full day to truly break a sweat . " she winked at him . Her body bumped lightly int Verone's, catching him slightly off guard . He glanced at her . Seeing that cheeky grin his lips curled into a smile of their own . Talis was blissfully unaware or numb to the body language playing out to his right .

"Sounds like it should be a productive day despite having a late start . " Talis said with a rather bright grin . Verone shot him a dirty look over Kyera's head . However he was soothed slightly as the girl in question chuckled brightly .

"Well, you better have enjoyed this late morning . It's the only one your likely to have for a long long time . " Kyera replied with a smirk . Talis' face fell as he remembered how early his brother would get up and dart out the door back when he started training with Kyera . It was uncommon to see him leave, and if he did see his big brother it was in passing as Verone stole a piece of meat from breakfast and dodged out the door .

The two elder tigers began to laugh as reality sunk into the younger's head . Verone chuckled "Think about it this way kid, you won't have to worry about your looks . Your beauty rest will be totally wrecked . " Talis shot his brother a glare .

Kyeara chuckled, feeling at home between the brothers . She couldn't help but smile softly at the pair who loved her as much as she loved them . As her eyes looked both over her heart filled with warmth .

'I will do whatever it takes to protect this family . My family's the words a silent promise within her mind but rooted deep in her heart .

Truth be told, even as Kyera thought these words things were set in motion . The winds of change had begun to dance across the valley .

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