Go for a swim
You figured that the best thing you could do about this problem and any of the other problems at this point is to do something to take your mind off of it. You had clearly picked up the vibes that the leader of the pack was giving you and your heart was completely stolen by his absolute charm. You were tail over heels for him and you wanted nothing more but to spend some more time with him. He was super chill and he was really matching your vibes so of course taking it a step further was the right option.
“Hey, do you want to go for a swim. I can see there’s a lot that’s on your mind, why don’t you take your mind off it all for a while.” You asked.
“Pardon me? Uhm.” He was actually a bit shocked by the suggestion.
“Yeah. I mean we can just go for a swim or something. I was thinking about going for a little swim earlier, maybe… Going up on land or something? Whatever you suggested.” He laid there for a moment.
“Well. I have to stay here and watch over the group.” He suggested.
“Yeah, but there are more of us now. You know, it’d be easier for people like leaders to be able to know the land around them, that way, we could know how to get around and stuff like that,” You brought up. In a way, you were even a bit shocked by how good of a suggestion you had made.
“Hmm. You make a strong point.” He said before thinking for a moment. “Okay, well I don’t mind going for a little while. As long as we’re back soon.” He mentioned.
“Okay. I can agree with that. I’ll make sure you’re back at the right time.” the two of you had successfully made the plans and started getting ready for them. You thought for a moment and wondered where you would end up going, now that you’ve roped him into your little entertainment plot!
After a bit of thought was put into it, you realized that you probably shouldn’t go up to the surface- you didn’t want to have anything to do with humans, so you just decided to go underwater and see what would go on actually exploring the area. That was the main reason that won the leader over anyway, it also seemed to win you over as well. “Hey! Let’s go this way!” You said, moving further underwater and leading him wordlessly after you. Whenever you looked back, you noticed him following you with a smile, he seemed excited and happy swimming around after you.
Before long, you found yourself in a nice chill underwater ice cave. It kind of reminded you of another underground cave- something that may have happened earlier, but at this point, you could only think about your future with the leader. Your mind thought about all the possibilities that could happen if you were to fully pursue this kind of commitment to the pack.
The two of you spent a bit of time bonding down there, just talking and vibing and laughing and for the first time in a while you started feeling pretty comfortable and nice in this form. Something seemed to be happening and before long you moved in and nuzzled the leader playfully. He accepted it well and booped you on the nose in return.
“Thank you for bringing me out tonight.” He asked. “This cave looks really nice. It reminds me of my life. What does it remind you of?” You laughed nervously.
“Couple things.” You smiled and winked at him. “I do enjoy spending time with you, we should do this more often.” You suggested.
“I would love that. I’m glad you’re agreeing to become a long-term member of the pack. Eventually I know you’re going to be very popular among the other individuals.”
“I would love that… I hope I’m at least good in your book.”
“Of course you are! You’ve already been so much help.” You placed your flipper on his. The tension started getting heavy between the two of you.
Written by Drifting Dragon on 15 October 2023