Baize insisted that Coran didn't need to drive the cart at all, only tell him where they were going. He spent most of his time walking beside Coran's old horse and they suspected Baize was talking to her nearly the whole time. As such, Coran spent the majority of their own time reading the Lightning tome their mother had left them with over ten years ago. When they weren't on the move, they were usually exchanging stories with each other; Coran of their travels with Julius, and Baize of their life separate from people. Baize often went out to hunt for food, whether it be wild game or berries. The two of them discovered early on that their species, though similar in human form, had very different digestive systems. Coran would often have to do the cooking because otherwise Baize would create something inedible for the human stomach.
As the pair travelled north, it grew colder, and harder to make fire due to the snow and lack of dry wood, as well as strong winds. On the first particularly cold night, Coran had been shivering so terribly they couldn't sleep. A strange flash of light happened, and Coran turned to look towards it. Before they could contort themself to see, they felt a warm body press against them.
"... B-Baize..?"
"You looked cold." His voice was distorted, and he sounded embarrassed. "I just don't want you dying on me..." Coran sighed, practically sinking into his fur.
"I d-don't think that'll be h-happening anytime s-soon..." They mumbled, giggling slightly.
"... Good."
The Taguel pulled them closer, and Coran didn't feel cold at all anymore.
Word Count: 271
In which Coran grows closer to their new companion.
I really liked Baize as a character. He was kind of funny to write. Y'know, just in case anyone needed a trans tsundere rabbit, he's there for all your needs.
In a few minutes: Baize meets Arya.