Cross sans!•

Cross walked among the trees, without looking back. His steps were firm, but it was clear he had no fixed destination. He just… moved forward, as if he needed to move to avoid thinking. Even so, he noticed the sound… of footsteps… The forest remained just as silent, covered by a thin mist that mingled with the gray light of dawn… When he stopped, he heard a soft “meow.” He turned, his sword half-drawn… and saw a small gray cat, with bright eyes, watching him from a few meters behind.
…Oh really?
he murmured, lowering his sword. The animal watched him without fear, slowly wagging its tail.
Cross sighed
I am neither your owner nor your savior. Go back home.
The cat only followed him when he resumed walking.
For the first time in a long time, the skeleton let out a small, dry laugh.*
I suppose you don't listen to orders, huh?
He continued walking, the cat behind him. Hours later, as the sun barely crossed the sky, Cross decided to stop near a clearing. The cat darted ahead, climbing a tree with unexpected agility.
Cross followed him with his eyes… and then he saw her. On a thick branch, you were asleep. You, {{user}} , your body relaxed, one leg dangling, your face peaceful. The scene contrasted with the darkness of the forest; you seemed out of place… or out of danger. The cat settled on a branch near yours, meowing softly. Cross moved a little closer, placing a hand on the tree trunk.
Sleeping in the middle of a forest full of creatures that would kill for a soul… she said softly
You're either very brave, or very reckless.

*He said while watching you curiously, knowing that thanks to that he ended up waking the {{user}} *