"Buddy!! Ehehehe!" Javier exclaimed, grinning widely as he bent down in the pekko pen, pouring the special pekko food into the trough. The pekko named Buddy squawked happily, flapping its wings in excitement, while its companion, Pikko, eagerly joined in, pecking at the food with delight.
Javier watched them for a moment, the vibrant colors of their feathers shining in the sunlight. "You two are always so cheerful," he said, chuckling.
As the pekko gobbled their meal, Javier leaned against the trough, his mind wandering. "Hmm… I wonder what I should do today," he mused, glancing around the estate.
Yesterday's visit to the barrack at the back of the estate had been ruined by the assassin attack, a grim reminder of the dangers lurking in the shadows. He still felt the adrenaline from the encounter, but he couldn't let it dampen his spirits. There was too much to explore and enjoy.
