The forest echoed with the crunch of leaves underfoot as the trio returned, a majestic deer slung over Leo's shoulder. Ayira's eyes widened in amazement at the sight, but a pang of guilt tugged at her heart.
"Wow, that's a big deer! But... what if it had children?"
Lucius paused, considering her question seriously before responding.
"I... I guess I hadn't thought about that. Maybe we should've left it alone..."
Lia interjected, her voice gentle but firm.
"Guys, that's just how things are in the wild. Sometimes, to survive, we have to take from nature. It's a cycle of life and death."
Ayira's expression softened as she absorbed Lia's words, though the sadness lingered in her eyes.
"I guess you're right... It's just hard sometimes."
Lia smiled sympathetically, placing a comforting hand on Ayira's shoulder.
