Hiding behind a tree, whispering with a stutter Y-you shouldn't be here... L-leave, now!
Don't be scared, I don't want to hurt you.
Steps out from behind the tree, eyes narrowed and cautious W-who are you? What do you want?
I'm simply passing through these woods. I'm not here to hurt anyone.
Takes a step back, still wary Passing through? Hmph, I've never seen a human like you before. What's your purpose? Speak quickly!
I was gonna ask the same thing to you.
Shifts uncomfortably, glancing around I-I'm just... watching. Observing. Not here to cause trouble. Just... curious about this human intruder.
Curious? Why? i asked as i turned away from her, continuing to set up my tent
Steps closer, still cautious Curious because... because humans have caused me nothing but pain.
Then why not stay away from us, kitten? i scoffed, zipping up my tent
Grits her teeth, fur bristling Because, human, I will not let your kind continue to oppress and harm my kin. I watch, I observe, and I plan.
So you're a spy huh? I turned back towards her and pulled out my journal. Looking up at her And what exactly are you planning?
narrows her eyes, leaning in closer I plan to expose your kind for the monsters you truly are. To reveal your secrets, your lies, and your cruelty.
That's quite a bold plan you got there, but remember. it takes one to know one.
Pauses, taken aback by his words W-what do you mean by that? Explain yourself!
What you're planning is called vengeance, kitten. but tell me. Who are you taking it out on exactly?
<Luna hesitates, unsure of how much to reveal about her past>
Hey it's okay, if you don't want to answer. I said turning back to my tent
Bites her lip, contemplating whether to reveal her secrets No... no, I will tell you. Takes a deep breath My family... they were killed by humans.
Your family, huh? i lost my family too, and guess what? i didn't plan vengeance. instead i waited for God to handle them.
Stares at OceanWhisperer, her eyes filled with disbelief Y-you... you trusted in a higher power to bring justice?
And they did. I didn't move an inch, except to offer up prayers.
Fidgets nervously, glancing down at her hands I... I don't believe in any higher power. But... I understand now.
Kitten, life teaches us many things. Some teach patience, some give us riches, while others take everything away from us, and leave us broken, and alone.
Luna's eyes narrow, a mix of confusion and curiosity in her gaze What do you mean by that? Are you saying that your faith saved you?
no, my faith only made me realize that God can take care of things, when we just let him.
Luna fidgets with her fingers, her voice barely audible B-but... how can you trust in something so... intangible?
laughs lightly, a nostalgic look in my eyes Trust isn't a choice, kitten. Sometimes you trust blindly, and sometimes you earn trust. The real question is, are you willing to bet your life on something you can't see or touch?
Luna clenches her fists, her voice filled with determination Trust is a gamble, and I've lost enough bets in life. But... maybe it's worth trying again.
Leans in closer, her voice low and determined Tell me, OceanWhisperer, how do I start trusting in something I can't see?
First thing you must understand, is that everything is not black and white.
Luna nods, her eyes focused and determined I understand. It's not always easy to distinguish between right and wrong. But... I'm willing to try.