Just Another Day

"Rhett, have you ever sailed before?" Shanku asked curiously as he stepped back outside.

"A few times," he stopped on the edge of the porch. "Why do you ask?"

"Up for a little trip?" Shanku asked, her eyes positively gleaming.

"No," Rhett said shortly. He didn't fare well on ships. Most of his trips had been spent dangling over the railing.

"Mind if I go?" Shanku asked, undaunted.

"Are you ill?" Rhett couldn't imagine anyone other than a sailor who would willingly board one of the unstable wooden devils.

"Afraid so," Shanku laughed. "Wanderlust!"

Rhett chuckled. He had become good friends with the strange cub and knew about this "affliction" she had. "If you don't get thrown off the ship, have fun, Ravenwing."

"Thanks Rhett!" Shanku squealed and hugged him tightly. Rhett laughed as she ran off to the docks. He watched her wistfully for a few moments. I can't believe I actually got attached to that thing. He shook his head and went on about his work.