Lady Craier (Lessa)

A cold breeze ruffled her fur and the waves of the ocean flushed around her paws, erasing her traces in the sand. The beach was Lessa's safe place, where she had always come to find her inner peace again. So much violence in her past, but the Empire had risen strong and the borders were mostly secure now.
It was time to meet Queen Nathaira and see what new orders awaited her, but just for now, she allowed herself to rest a little. Surely, she would soon be out traveling again -- a task which she greatly enjoyed, since it allowed her to make many lovely new acquaintances. There were perks to being nobility, if you overlooked the vast amount of responsibilities that came with it.
"So here you are hiding."
Nathaira's familiar voice brought a smile on Lessa's face. The queen came striding over to her with a grin on her face. It had been a while since they had seen each other in private, without the stiff etiquette and formalities of the court. They walked next to each other, following the beach.
"We have done it.", Lessa said at last, feeling rightiously proud. "A safe place for muties and all other outcasts, no matter where they come from."
"My mother told me that this was the dream of our first known ancestor. The legends have it that she led a pack of refugees, and she gave her life when a great army led by an ancient demon came to destroy them. She still managed to fight them off, though." Nat recounted.
"In that case, she must be proud of you." With a grin, Lessa swashingsome water into her direction, earning a laugh.
"Stop that, you fool, or you will suffer my revenge!"
They splashed around a little, both laughing and teasing each other. It was nice to have this little break together, just like when they were kids. Both ridiculed by many wolves for their mutations, they had big dreams, of building up a safe haven for wolves like them, where they could grow up as carefree and joyful as any other puppy. And since Nathaira had inherited the leadership of a strong pack, in the end it gave them the power and resources to make their dream come true.
"Race you to the caves?", Nat asked, still grinning and already starting.
"You're cheating! But I'll get you anyway!", Lessa called, sprinting after her.
The sun had risen, and another day awaited them. Life was good, these days.