Red Tiger

Kiba and Ruby sat down near the stream, looking at the crystalline water. The level of the water was higher and small aquatic lives flourished deep inside.

Kiba threw one pebble after another across the water. He looked on as the pebble slid over the water and fell on the other side of the stream.

From time to time, Ruby gave few quick glances at Kiba, wondering why he suddenly turned so silent after repeating the words mentioned by his friend.

She was curious and wanted to know the true meaning of those words, and why they helped him in the art of seduction. She opened her mouth to ask but no words came out.

"He might become angry if I pester him," Ruby decided to not ask him any further question. "Not until I'm close to him."

She silently wondered about his background and the reason why he came to this forest. She believed his reasons could help her understand him better, and she desperately wanted to since her survival depended on his whims.