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“Oh? Uh, I’m sorry, I … I like the woods so I’m out here.” That was all, really, just a desire to take a break from healing and the city and their homework. The being before them – certainly not human, but unknown otherwise, didn’t seem maleficent, but they were wary nonetheless, tucking the leaves back into their pocket.

“Don’t think you needed to scare me, but it’s okay …” They shifted to draw their knees up to their chest with a bit of a sigh, try to slow their heartrate back down. “Are you also just … Out here?”

“That’s very fair. You don’t to apologize for liking the woods.“ They knew the apology was likely coming out some wariness and/or fear. Perhaps Saima should have known the reaction was to somewhat defend their actions in one way or another. It’s better to own it – but…suppose that in this case it doesn’t apply.

“Pff. No I didn’t need to but I got a little entertainment from doing so. Alas, you just happened to be distracted enough to pull a stunt on. But yes.. I’m just out here more often than not. I usually am in deeper parts so I don’t see people all that often.“

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Quinn nearly jumped out of their skin when they heard a voice behind them, fear running through them in a cold shock as they blinked up at the being watching them. Teasing them.

Fuck.

“Are these yours …? You can have them back.” Assuming they’d unknowingly crossed into their territory in their wanderings, and now trying to resolve the situation – assuming this being was a threat and angry – without any critical thought. Just doing, stammering through sentences, ready to run if need be. Their instincts operated on a principle of fear first, observation later. For now all they knew was that they’d been not only found but called out by someone who wasn’t quite human.

“’m sorry …”

The sheer fear that the person seemed to experience was quite entertaining from Saima’s point of view. Although, it’s probably best that they at least try to calm the poor kid down after giving them such a fright.

“I mean, these are some of my wandering grounds but it’s not like I’m claiming the leaves. Just thought it was curious that you were out here.“ They settle into a somewhat more recognizably benign tone, if only for the sake of the lone explorer.

“You don’t need to apologize, I was really just kidding at you. You just seemed so dedicated that I couldn’t resist giving you something of a shock.“

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@seekesotsibteadmist

Quinn could spend days out in the woods. Off the trails where no park ranger would find them, only a backpack with water and a knife and a sketchbook with them besides the clothes they wore. Perfect, really. Far enough away they couldn’t hear the city anymore, taking a break for the weekend and hoping not to be noticed by anyone or anything.

This never went exactly as planned. They’d tucked themself into a dip next to a great old tree, small as they could to sketch a blooming witch hazel, tucking a few leaves and flowers into their pocket for later.

The forests were the perfect places for Saima to roam, strolling about – away from the eyes of civilization. It was nice to be able to shed their ‘human’ appearance for a while and just be as the being that they were. This was a relaxing way to escape and besides, there was always the chance of something entertaining happening. 

As they noted and admired an old tree with which they had much familiarity, they sensed someone nearby. Glancing down a bit they saw someone glancing at a witch hazel and plucking the leaves. 

“Real invested in your work huh?“ They teased with an eerie tone to their voice signaling that the person had been caught, and not by any ordinary human either.

👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨 from Matt !!!

a kiss…discreetly.

Although there was no real reason to hide, Saima always did enjoy sharing their affection as a bit of a secret. So when out in about, strolling on the outskirts of town alongside Matt,  they slyly directed the pair’s walk towards a hidden area. A little place out of the way of human view.

“I’ve got a little gift for you.“ They spoke as if keeping a little bit of a surprise from him. When Saima was certain that they would not be disturbed, they leaned in to place soft kisses on Matt, pulling him close within their embrace.

It was a leisurely action, an excuse to show some affection in a safe, discreet and pleasurable way.

💭

  @worldgonematt

“Oh no.. he’s stunning. And something about him is incredibly comforting. It’s hard to articulate what that is. But if I knew him more, I can’t help but feel that I’d be able to be my full self around him. I’m both nervous and thrilled at the sheer thought.”