Chapter 37: Quest Complete!

Edelgard returned a little later, her body slightly damp with a slight floral scent as she quickly skittered towards Zell, sitting together near the now extinguished bonfire.

Her soft rear bumped into his side as she leaned against him, letting her soft, fluffy ears brush against his cheek as she leaned on his shoulder. 

Her mother had gone to speak with the other Lycan; the offer from Zell was very impressive, and she had to admit being away from the forest. However, despite being a little awkward, the alternative would be horrible; the safety of her tribe was more important than a few decades of memories. 

"Mmmm, you smell so nice, even though you didn't bathe~ how unfair!" She chirped softly, looking at him with her huge, glistening eyes. 

"Well, you also smell very good...!"