closed 🪶⚡ but all i really know, you're where i wanna go

[garudas]

Who: Cidolfus Telamon & Benedikta Harman.
Status: Closed.
Where: The Roost.
What: While making the glass charms, their owl has a little big surprise for them.
Warnings: Cute baby owls and disgusting, domestic fluff.


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[ramuhs]

[He just laughs as he watches Bidowlfin fly off before leaning in closer towards Willow.]

Just needed a little encouraged from the lady, aye?

[Willow puffs her feathers with a knowing look. Hoot hoot.]

But we don't necessarily have to stay idle, either. Is there anything we can help with? Perhaps something that requires a more "human touch" that would be difficult for an owl?

[garudas]

[Following her example, Benedikta leans in to press a light kiss to Cid's cheek. Just so he doesn't feel left out—

But she notes the more sheepish way that Willow answers, and she takes a moment to pay attention to the babies, like she is searching for a way to explain before Benedikta listens to the string of noises.]

... You wish to move the nest?

[Hoot hoooot.]

To be closer to us...

[ramuhs]

[Yes, he'd also like some encouragement~ Even if he's not doing much of anything.

However, his brows do raise in some surprise.]

Really? I thought you preferred the quiet and space away out here.

[garudas]

[More hooting in response, and Benedikta huffs softly under her breath.]

I suppose it would be nerve-wracking to raise a small family way out here. Do you think it will be safer close to us?

[Hooooot~ in a yes that Benedikta translates with a nod. Fair enough, they are quite high up and oftentimes they can get predators swooping in from above or climbing from below, though the former is more likely around here. Still, she can see the risks.

But she looks at Cid with a grin.]

... I think Bidowlfin also misses us.

[ramuhs]

[All sound reasons, but he's just going to give a small huff.]

Should have considered all that before deciding to build a nest way out here.

[Granted, it's not a bad space, either. However!! They could have been close to them from the start!!! He's also going to blame Bidowlfin and not Willow—]

But if it's moving a nest you'd like, then that shouldn't be any trouble at all. Would be better if we could prepare a suitable one...unless you'd like to take this whole nest with you?

[He stares at its structure, and while it would certainly be strong enough where it is, carrying it, and likely through flying...is a bit worrisome.]

[garudas]

Would it be safe to move them all right now as well? The owls only just hatched, and perhaps it might be better to wait a couple more just to be sure.

[Not that she boasts to know much about owls in the first place, but having them just freshly hatched and then moving them might be confusing? She doesn't know.

But she looks at Willow with a reassuring smile.]

I am sure that Cidolfus could figure something out to make a safe home for you all... yes? That tree in our yard would be big enough?

[ramuhs]

[All good things to consider, and he's musing while watching the little owlets.]

Aye, I remember it has a hollow that would be perfect for them. And I doubt it would be any less confusing no matter the age—their eyes aren't quite open so it might actually be easier to move them while they're still hatchlings.

Still, would likely need to use a bucket of sorts to safely transfer them, and Willow could sit on them the entire time to keep them warm. They would be none the wiser for certain then.

[garudas]

[She nods along in agreement.]

It might be easier for you to carry them in that case. The movement from my wings might shake them too much, and you can fly a little smoother.

[A pause, as Willow gives a low purring hoot.]

But I think we should first ensure that the tree is cleared out. We could build something inside of it to ensure warmth and comfort?

[By we, she means him—]

[ramuhs]

[A low hum of agreement as he continues to consider their options.]

Do we have a "deadline" of sorts.

[And yes he does know what she means by "we"—he won't let her off that easy!!]

[garudas]

[Damn it—]

I would say before the hatchlings become too big, yes?

[And they both know well how quickly they will grow...]

How long do you suppose building something might take? It does not need to be complicated or extravagant...

[Willow hoots almost indignantly at that, and Benedikta gives her a look.]

[ramuhs]

[There's just a wry chuckle at that.]

Not too long at all. If we use the hollow of the tree, there's not much else needed. It's summer now so we don't have to worry about it getting too cold, and outside of perhaps creating a special door of sorts to help keep out potential nosy predators, they should be quite safe inside. Only other things I could think of would be some place for them to store food...and perhaps a way for them to get rid of waste if they're so inclined.

[garudas]

Hmm, the tree is quite large and tall...

[Benedikta ponders thoughtfully, her legs swaying back and forth under them.]

What if we created a space under the "nest" portion where they can store food?

[ramuhs]

One that could be accessed both inside and out, perhaps? And then when they get older, could set up something to help teach them to catch prey.

[garudas]

What, you mean you do not want to go out there and teach them?

[Willow looks at him and hoots cheerfully, giving a flap of her wings.]

Even she agrees. But that is quite clever... Could even use some of those cat toys you developed a long time ago for Ashtail.

[ramuhs]

I didn't say it would be the only thing.

[A wry grin.]

I only meant when they're younger, before they can even fly or leave the area properly. Give them a bit of a headstart.

[garudas]

[She grins at him, a teasing gleam in her eyes.]

I am sure that we will figure out something. Those sorts of things do not even need to be priority anyway, as long as they have a place to live in the meantime. So we've time to figure it out.

[Willow hoots in agreement, and hops into the nest to nudge her beak at her babies, cooing at them lovingly. There's a most subtle squeeze of Benedikta's fingers around his, unknowingly.]

[ramuhs]

Ah, but they'll grow faster than you think, so might as well think ahead.

[Just a wink, but he'll later feel that squeeze as she watches them, and there will be a more subtle glance at her before they'll hear the flutter of wings as Bidowlfin returns with some mice he's caught. Just the right size for small little beaks.]

But at least for now, they at least have someowl to handle it.

[garudas]

Oh, I am well aware that they grow fast.

[Case in point, Bidowlfin shows up again, landing on the nest with smaller mice—one in his beak and the other in between his claws that he lifts to hand to Willow for her to take.

And there is that brief thought that yes, he had grown up far too quickly. Who knew that she would grow so attached to a little baby owl, who is not such a baby anymore.]

Shall we leave them to it, then? We've much to think about—

[But there's a sudden dissenting screech from Willow, and she nudges her beak down at one of the babies.]

[ramuhs]

[Made faster given the time she was gone... But he hopes, and he's certain she does as well, they will have their own chance, and unconsciously his thumb gently strokes the back of her hand.

His attention is taken by Willow's screech and he looks at the little owlets.]

Hmmm? Having some trouble?

[garudas]

[Willow shakes her wings at them, and then hoots at Benedikta, and she raises her brows.]

Oh, no. We cannot. Should not—

[The owl leans in and nips gently at Benedikta's fingers that hold Cid's hand, and rather than pull away, she snorts with a laugh.]

She wishes for us to give each one a little pat before we go.

[ramuhs]

[There's a sharp rise of his brows before he can't help but laugh.]

Is that truly all right? I thought it was important that no other scents were on them for when they are newly hatched.

[But both owls insist because of that reason. Cid and Benedikta are, after all, part of the family. The sooner the chicks learn their scents the better, and it's not as if they the parents won't know!]

[garudas]

[She is of the same mind—that they should bond with their parents first and ensure that they recognize their scents, but...]

Well, I suppose that if we are going to be helping, we might as well get them acquainted with us, yes?

[Willow and Bidowlfin both hoot in agreement.]

And I doubt that they will let us leave before we do.

[Hoot hoot yes.]

[ramuhs]

[He just chuckles as he could understand that quite clearly.]

A few little pets shouldn't hurt then. You first?

[garudas]

Me?

[She isn't sure why she's suddenly overcome with nervousness, but with a crooked smile at him, she slides her hand from his and slowly reaches out...]

They are so small...

[Almost afraid that she might break one if she touches it, but she goes for the last hatched owlet first, and it lifts its head and stares up at her finger, and then sinks back down when she gives it the gentlest scritch on top of its head as she can manage.

It reminds her of when Bidowlfin was as small as this, when they found him alone and afraid and crying in the woods, and her heart twists.]

They are lucky to have you both.

[ramuhs]

[He watches her moreso than the chicks, noting the subtle way her expression shifts, the thoughts and emotions she's trying to hide.

He'll then glance over at the owls with a softer smile.]

Indeed. I think the two of you would make fine parents even without us.

[Bidowlfin will hoot hoot to say they will make great grandparents!!]