An unexpected friendship{Rocks}

She kept asking questions, and demanding answers before I could supply them. She asked who I was, why I was in the rain, why I wouldn't answer her and by then I just kind of toned out her voice. I needed to get back to camp before Caldwell woke up. She led me to a small thicket that was pretty dry for all the rain. She made a fire and cooked her meat. I tried to hold back everything I wanted to yell at her for this offense to nature, but I knew she had to eat too. I picked some berries off the bushes and started to much on them, figuring the girl had enough. I ended up handing her some too though. "Well, I'm Haysel Dryfire, I'm 17 years old and I came from district 5. Whats your name, to start off?" She asked. What was with all this pushiness I wonder.

She seemed taken aback. Was I really being that harsh? I guess I wasn't used to talking to anyone besides Caldwell. He was probably awake and looking for me by now.

"Well, Harmony Winds, it was nice meeting you and all but I really need to head out," she said. I did too really. Caldwell was probably getting worried, but when wasn't he always worried? I pushed him from my mind, as it was nice to get a little break from him. She stamped out the fire and peeked out of the thicket. I listened hard. The rain had subsided. I missed it's drumming, as it was comforting. Haysel offered me her hand. "I wish you good luck with wherever your life leads you. I would offer to join you but I work better alone" Before I even had the chance to shake it, a hand was on her shoulder. Caldwell's hand.

I gasped in surprise. Caldwell! Hey, this is Haysel Dryfire. She was just leaving. I told him. His grip tightened on her shoulder. I don't think she is going anywhere. He stated. A shiver ran down my back. His hand moved from her shoulder to her arm, tightening his grip so you could see her skin wrinkle. He then reached for my hand, knowing better than not to resist it, I interlocked my fingers with his. He pushed Haysel out first and then led me out. I put my hand on Haysel's shoulder and smiled at her reassuringly. Everything's okay, don't worry, he won't hurt you he just.. I whispered to her before Caldwell pushed me behind him, putting himself in between us. I rolled my eyes and let him lead me. I did know that he wasn't going to hurt Haysel. I wouldn't let him, she didn't do anything. I knew he wouldn't listen to me until we were back at camp, so I walked behind him silently.

OOC: Btw you can make up Caldwell's appearance, he isn't a real character, I just mentioned him in Harmony's bio.

Caldwell released her, making her recoil. Haysel asked me why he was here. Caldwell started to speak, but I gently pulled on his arm, assuring him I would take care of it. He let out a small smile at me and I couldn't help but return it. He's just a bit paranoid. It's fine. I pulled his face over so he was looking at me. It's okay, honey. I was just out for a walk when I stumbled upon Haysel. She was very friendly, and there is no reason for all the ruckus. I reassured him. His smiled disappeared at the mention of Haysel's name.


He turned to her, he hated not having control over me and who I was talking to. Well Haysel, why don't you join us for some breakfast? He said while ruggedly gripping her arm again. I knew by the way his muscles looked that he wasn't going to let go of her, no matter how hard she struggled. I raised an eyebrow at him. It's okay, she isn't going anywhere. Not on my watch. He said. Haysel struggled and his grip tightened.


A snarl appeared on his face and he reached for my hand again. I grabbed it, but swung myself up next to Haysel. I put my hand on her shoulder, placing my mouth near her ear. The easiest way to do this is just not fight. He'll calm down when he gets more comfortable with the idea of you being around me. I told her, hoping she wouldn't fight, because it would just cause more fuss, and despite her tough looks I knew she couldn't win against Caldwell anyways.

OOC: I am getting into this

I was surprised at Caldwell. Judging by the way he acts around me I thought he would be a lot worse than this if someone showed up. I guess Haysel's wits outdid his strength. He released her at his command, and nodded to confirm he wouldn't touch her again. Though his narrowed eyes told me he would act otherwise. Of a few different situations I could only think of one that might fit. To Caldwell our location and quite frankly our being was sacred. He didn't want anyone to know about us. Based off of this, I knew that Haysel wouldn't just be staying for breakfast.

Before I could continue the scenario in my head, Caldwell playfully punched me. I backed away from him. He smiled and laughed, grabbing me and pulling me into him. He locked our lips in a kiss. I kissed him back, but quickly pulled away. I doubted Haysel wanted to see us love all over each other. We approached the camp and Haysel found a stump to sit next on. I went over to our horse, Daisy. She whinnied and threw her head excitedly at the sight of Haysel. I calmed her and fed her some berries I had stuffed in my pocket. Caldwell grabbed a stick and played with the fire. I looked over at him and he patted on the log next to him, urging me to sit down. Slowly I walked over to him, plopping myself down next to him. His large arm around my shoulders made my posture slack. He had built up pounds of muscle over the years. I leaned my head on his shoulders as Haysel asked why he was so pushy. I laughed after she said it, though she sounded rather serious.

Caldwell made a sly smile and looked at me affectionately.