to the temples - III
The journey was going to be longer. Apparently the temples are situated in a valley in between two mountains. Not only that but it was obvious to mention that as he reached height the colder it got.
She ran her fingers through his hair and licked her dried lips. It was too cold. Even his fur was cold but she knew by the touch on the skin that he was warm inside.
She shivered.
Xavier slowed down, making Adaline raise her neck and glance forward. What was it?
He stopped and came to a complete stop and when he did, Adeline got off him. He transformed and she handed him his sweats. The lowers were the only thing he wore.
"What is it?" She asked him. "Why did you stop?"
He huffed and pulled her close. ", I knew You were cold but when you shivered that was my confirmation. Why did you not tell me?"
She licked her chapped lips again and it hurt to do so. She shrugged as she shivered again.