Just B R E A T H E [Semi-Lit Canine Roleplay]

[ika;]

Tia curled her tail around her hindquarters, hoping that whoever it was that had questioned her had gone. Turning her hazel eyes across to where she had last seen the dog in the alley, she met his gaze. He was watching her. Too tired to be afraid, she prayed silently that he meant her no harm. She lay her head down on her forepaws and gave a great sigh, trying to ignore the dull aching in her paws. The canine suddenly leapt to her feet at the yelp, hearing a near thunderous, metallic crash that followed. Tia skittered backwards, her claws clacking on the concrete. When nothing followed the crash, the Sloughi edged forwards, craning her long neck to find the source of the noise.

The sight of the garbage spilled over the ground at first seemed unremarkable to Tia, but when her sharp eyes picked out the smaller dog struggling from it, she gave a coughing chuckle. Remaining careful- after all, she didn't know the stranger- she inched back to her resting place. She didn't know if the strange dog had seen her or not, and in normal circumstances she would be the first to help him from the mess, but Tia didn't know this city, nor the dogs in it. It might cost her her life. Sitting down again, she watched the dog pick his way out. Her skin began to crawl again, and the feeling of being watched flowed through her. Snapping her head to the side, she found the canine from the alley. He seemed to be keeping a respectful distance, and his body language was not threatening. Blinking expectantly at him, she fumbled for words, not wanting to appear angry- or stupid.

[Ollie.]

Jude perked her ears as she saw an opening in the cars from the alley, she quickly bolted across the street and into another alley where she saw other dogs, her eyes shone with curiosity as she studied the dogs, she lowered herself and crawled over towards them. Judes curled tail wagged slightly, hopeful that these dogs were kind and willing to accompany her, since she was feeling quite lonely.

[Bearsy <3]

Blake coughed quietly, unsure of what to say, "It's dangerous out here, I'd be careful if I were you, Miss." he said respectfully. His voice was quiet after being unused for so long, and he coughed again, before looking up at the female apologetically. Blake shuffled his paws slightly, checking around them to make sure they were safe. A few humans watched him, but a glare from him made them turn away sharply. Most remained completely oblivious though, absorbed in their own little world as they rushed to whatever 'important' thing they had to do. Blake remembered when his owners were like that, so self absorbed that they didn't even notice him pawing at the door, or holding a tennis ball in his mouth, waiting to play. He blinked, shaking the thoughts from his head. Now was not the time to reminisce upon life with the humans, he had come to help the female, and would stand by that decision.

[ika;]

Tia listened to his words, grateful he had followed her here. Her spirit surged with hope, and for a moment she remained quiet, relishing in the emotion. The dog appeared a little uncomfortable, and Tia didn't really blame him. Smiling tentatively, Tia nodded. "Thank you- It's just that everything here is so new...I've never been in such a big city before." Her tone was careful, but open. Sitting a little straighter, she felt a small dose of confidence course through her. Maybe not all dogs here were agressive. She cast her thoughts fleetingly back to the dog she had seen in the garbage, and wondered if he was hurt. She made a mental note to check whenever she could.

Tia cast her eyes over the male. She'd never seen a canine like him before- but then again, she hadn't seen a canine that wasn't of her own breed before. Smiling again, Tia watched him. He seemed the thoughtful type, by the way he shook his head as if to clear his thoughts. Her eyes flickered as movement drew her attention. Another dog was making its way towards them. By the way the stranger lowered herself to the ground, she seemed quite the friendly type. Tia thudded her tail against the concrete, greeting the other female carefully. She turned her attention back to the male, waiting for his reaction.

[Ollie.]

Jude ears perked at this movement, although she didn't jump up quickly.. not wanting the male to anger, he seemed as if he was in charge. She lifted herself though and walked herself carefully over to the two, Jude seated herself a little ways off, being polite.

[Bearsy <3]

"It's no trouble." Blake replied. He liked this female, she seemed nice. A little lost, perhaps, but nice. Too nice to be left alone on the streets. He'd never seen a dog quite like her. She resembled the greyhounds he'd seen once, but he was sure that she was different. Like him.
Blake turned to the new dog, and sat back, welcoming her to join them. She, too seemed friendly, and Blake could see that she meant them no harm. He twitched an ear, before saying, "My name is Blake, it's nice to meet you." It seemed rude to be sat in the company of females without even knowing their names.

[ika;]

Tia watched the dogs a little less sharply now. She had relaxed considerably in the company of them both, and found herself enjoying the company. As he introduced himself as Blake, Tia smiled warmly, perking both ears forward as she listened to him. "I'm Tia." She told them. The fact that she was completely lost in a seemingly huge city suddenly seemed less important now she knew there were other dogs of a friendly nature around.

The Sloughis back in her homeland had been snappy, overly proud and ridiculously self-centered. Tia had never really associated herself much with them, especially thanks to the clear dislike they had of her. These dogs were different- and she relished in this fact.

[Ollie.]

Jude happily wagged her tail happily and bounded over to sit with the other two. "My name is Jude." She said to them, wagging her tail "Nice to meet you Blake and Tia." These new dogs seemed funny looking to Jude, never before had she seen their breed. Tia seemed so skinny and strange looking to her, and Blake his breed looked somewhat familiar, she had probably seen his type in a dog show while she was with her humans.

[Bearsy <3]

Blake smiled as Jude bounded over, "Tia and Jude, what wonderful names." He bowed his head respectfully. Blake recognised Jude's breed, but couldn't quite place it. He knew he'd seen them somewhere... Perhaps he could ask... No, that would sound rude. "How have you found yourselves out on the streets?" he asked, settling himself more comfortably, "you don't look like your average stray." He raised an eyebrow ((well, not an eye brow but you get what I mean... Kinda raising his eye, type thing?))

[Ollie.]

((lol I would say brow, but either way we know what you mean xD))

Jude looked away, "I guess I wasn't winning enough trophies for them in the dog shows, so they dropped me off at the park and left me there." pain flashed in her eyes, then quickly vanished as she looked at Tia waiting for her to respond to Blakes question.