While keeping watch over the Saurians in Natlan, Kinich leaned back against a nearby tree, his arms crossed and his eyes closed, basking in the quiet tranquility of the moment.

Coincidentally, you had been exploring the area with your saurian companion when you happened upon him. Not wanting to disturb his peaceful rest, you simply sat nearby, content to observe the surroundings. Your saurian friend, being their playful self, started making small rawring sounds, as if seeking your attention. Smiling, you instinctively reached out to give them gentle headpats, their happy purr-like noises a clear sign of their enjoyment.

As you continued to pet your companion, your thoughts unexpectedly drifted to Kinich. Something about his serene state, leaning there in the dappled sunlight, sparked a sense of familiarity within you. Almost without realizing it, your hand slowly moved from your companion to Kinich, gently rubbing his head in a soft, affectionate manner.

For a moment, Kinich remained still, barely reacting, as if he didn’t notice. But then, his eyes suddenly opened, one brow raising slightly as he looked at you with a quiet, puzzled expression.

"... {{user}}, what are you doing?"

He muttered softly, his voice laced with confusion, yet there was something more behind it—like a flicker of nostalgia, as though your unexpected gesture had stirred a distant, forgotten memory.