As much as Fissure might like to enjoy a bit of leisurely time sprawled out across a sandy beach somewhere, he could not afford to be lazy all summer. Now that he had others to look after, he was frequently on the prowl for necessities.. if wine could be considered as such. Typically the best fruits did not get harvested until the autumn, but there were some that appeared prematurely, ready to be plucked and carried off home.

Today the raven-haired beast would be seen prowling the deep jungle, a place he had come to regret coming to at the height of summer. There was ample shade, which at a distance was quite appealing, but that did not account for the humidity within its confines. If his mane had not already been curly, he imagined it would have come out looking that way after a few hours of roaming around.

And I'm feeling good

Birds flying high, You know how I feel, Sun in the sky, You know how I feel, Breeze driftin' on by, You know how I feel, It's a new dawn, It's a new day, It's a new life, For me

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"You're a little far from home.." She chuckled as she emerged through the jungle brush, her gaze landing on @Fissure. The lioness in fact did have something she would need to ask the lion - but had as of yet not had a chance to ask. Seeing the band lion away from his mountain home was something of a surprise, but perhaps she shouldn't be surprised. Kireena slowed as she moved through the foliage, coming to a halt a few lengths away from the other lion. While he was at home on his mountain - she was at home in the depths of the jungle. "Everything allright in the band?" Had something happened to chase him to the floor of the valley?

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Fissure's ears would perk up when he detected the sound of something moving in the nearby foliage, paired with the sound, a vaguely familiar scent of which he had come to know only recently.

@Kireena would arrive, commenting on his being far from home. True enough, though for a lion with restless feet and a need for adventure, no place within Amaryllis felt far to him. He would dip his head to her in silent greeting as she went on to ask if all was well.

Putting on a dreary expression and tone, he would respond to her in a playful fashion. "It is quite horrible my dear, my crows are down to the last drops of our coveted wine. If I don't collect what I need to make more, I fear chaos is soon to follow." He admitted grimly, though he could not keep the grin from forming.

And I'm feeling good

Birds flying high, You know how I feel, Sun in the sky, You know how I feel, Breeze driftin' on by, You know how I feel, It's a new dawn, It's a new day, It's a new life, For me

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"Oh...how absolutely dreadful." A tragedy in fact. The red woman grinned, her lips peeling back to display her fangs as she smirked. "Can I help?" She did, after all have a friend within the Crows and hoped to make sure that he was of course well supplied. Naturally - that would extend to the rest of the Crows.. and in addition, she had some ...bartering of her own to do with the band of skilled felines. "Perhaps..I could offer a trade with more than just the assistance?" The red giant wondered if they possessed the knowledge she did - likely they had as their dens were quite lined in comfort, but perhaps..she would have something to offer to the mountain cats.

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Fissure could appreciate @Kireena for having a sense of humor, something he found sometimes lacking among the Amaryllis residents. Some were prone to taking Fissure's witty remarks too literally, though he could find amusement in that as well.

Could she help? He didn't see how that could hurt, but as one salesman to what might be potentially another, you had to be cautious about accepting such an offer. "I would not be opposed to your aid, if you are offering such a charitable donation." He responded.

"Ah, there it is.. I was waiting for an offer of trade. Let us hear it then." He admitted with satisfied amusement. He was curious, unable to guess what she might need, less it be some form of protection for someone.

And I'm feeling good

Birds flying high, You know how I feel, Sun in the sky, You know how I feel, Breeze driftin' on by, You know how I feel, It's a new dawn, It's a new day, It's a new life, For me

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Kireena smiled at @Fissure as he spoke, chuckling and looking somewhat amused. "Simply an exchange of information... I have heard you are capable of making herb pouches ... and as we have similar interests... perhaps I can help you find more of what you need for the Crows, and you...can help me with a pouch." The red giant chuckled, pausing as she looked towards the dark lion. "I'd like to invite you into my home for a rest if you need it, Fissure.. " She wasn't sure how to go about explaining to the older band leader of another band within the lands of Amaryllis. She supposed she could just come right out and say it. "I...was able to form a band with my family - and with your assistance." His information from when she hat approached him a few months ago.

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It was never an easy task for him to go out and gather everything he needed for his various projects. The idea of having others to work in trade and combined gathering efforts was valuable. He was surprised that she knew of his side hustle in leather craft though, able to think of only one lioness that might share such information with others. "Oh? Did our little resident healer tell you about those? I would be delighted to bring you a couple in which to choose from. I may have other crafts to share in the future as well.. if you are interested." He said.

"You have a place all your own now? Congratulations darling, I should like to see this home of yours and perhaps we could build a trading of goods with one another." He suggested, enthused by the idea. @Kireena and her family could be a valuable asset, and he was one to believe bands needed to look out for each other.

And I'm feeling good

Birds flying high, You know how I feel, Sun in the sky, You know how I feel, Breeze driftin' on by, You know how I feel, It's a new dawn, It's a new day, It's a new life, For me

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@Fissure spoke about their healer telling her and Kireena grinned, her expression softening. "I met her a few months ago - but it didn't click until recently that the dark lion with flowers in his mane was the leader of the Crows." The red giant looked towards the direction of the basin and nodded towards it, taking a step that way. "If you have time now, I can show you around - give you a chance to see what we might have to offer..." She was aware that the druids may be more oriented towards healing, having the backing and assistance of the Crows could help. Additionally, she supposed that should things go south within the Crows they could potentially transfer some of their less battle inclined towards the Basin - protection and the like with similar laws and freedoms. That was something Kireena hoped would never happen, truthfully - that either band would run into the trouble needing help of another - but having that safety net would definitely aid both should the time come. "It's not far from here - just over the river.."

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It was always interesting to hear how others who knew him described him to strangers. Bordeaux mentioning his adorning of flowers? It was amusingly perfect for for her, given her own tendency to wear them. No mention of his being handsome or charming? Drat, it would seem she didn't have eyes for him, friend-zoned perhaps.

He would nod as she spoke of showing him, the location of the place of considerable importance if he wished to do any further business with @Kireena and her followers. "Very well, let us have a look at this place of yours. I am curious as to your particular tastes in location." He mused playfully.

And I'm feeling good

Birds flying high, You know how I feel, Sun in the sky, You know how I feel, Breeze driftin' on by, You know how I feel, It's a new dawn, It's a new day, It's a new life, For me

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"Well it's no mountain...but it's suitable enough." She chuckled turned to lead @Fissure towards the Basin. Once they got close, she paused, staring down into the bowl of the crater. "There it is..." She doubted she would ever NOT be in awe of the view. From up here the ancient crater was full of towering trees, multiple waterfalls and she let her gaze track across the distance watching a flock of colorful birds fly across the open airspace. "It's defendable...less humid than Firnen, but still the jungle that I'm in love with.". She smiled, moving towards one of the pathways down into the basin, wondering if Fissure would find it as beautiful as she did. "Some of the things we can offer are the herbs from our gardens... And I've become quite adept at preserving pelts.. I actually have one that I've recently finished if you would like to take it back to the Crows.. it may make a good welcome mat upon your entryway>"

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