⋆。゚☁︎。⋆。 ゚☾ ゚。⋆ Slatetooth is always grateful to be able to relax lately. On his own accord, of course. Especially on days like this, with the sun warming the cold earth. Though, he isn't as grateful when it's practically forced on him: on bed rest for several days, and permitted only small activity for several more. His paws itched to run.
Today, however, seeing a small gathering of resting cats - he couldn't help but voluntarily join in. Ever since their return from Horseplace (and even within the barn itself), Slatetooth had been trying harder to connect with the Clanmates he'd felt ostracized from for moons. It felt awkward at times, and natural some others, but he knew it would do him some good. As long as he could give himself the push.
Wolfsong had excused himself from the scene, rejecting Hailnose's offer for sunbathing, and the black-furred warrior didn't really blame him. If he had his own tasks to tend to, he'd probably do the same. He passed the golden warrior on his way towards Hailnose with a small dip of his head. "I'll sit too," Slatetooth offered, settling down on the opposite side of Hailnose from Rivepaw and young Frightkit. Soon, they were joined by Rattleheart as well, and the tom offered the older warrior a friendly smile.
With his paws tucked underneath him, Slatetooth allowed his muscles to relax. The sting of his wounds had waned away for the most part, allowing him to actually enjoy the sun on his dark fur. "Birds are a rare treat out here," he commented, giving Frightkit some acknowledgement. Such an unfitting name for such the lighthearted kitten, but his expression wouldn't betray this thought. Instead, he held the same small, friendly smile. "I hope you enjoyed it."
After the small talk with Frightkit, his green eyes travelled across each Clanmate gathered here. Slatetooth pondered what he would say next, if anything at all. Be friendly. Be welcoming. Inclusive. Cats like friendly, welcoming and inclusive cats. Right? "How are.. you all faring lately?" he finally asked. Though his words were unsteady and his tone odd and nervous, he meant the question well; he knew things were tough on everyone lately, and it would do him proud to hear if they were well. "I, for one, am itching to get out onto the moors again. It's like I've got ants in my paws." With these words, he flexes his white toes against the ground, imagining them gliding across the soft grass. Er.. snow, he supposes.