"Librarian or not, I am still classed and rated for off-road exploration," Orion snorted, mock-defensive. "I would enjoy a good drive-hike."
His near-stumble at the unexpected sounds coming from under their feet almost made his words doubly ironic, but Orion recalled that particular feature of the park at the last moment.
The tones were oddly complementary, and Orion's smile quickly returned despite a brief flare of embarrassment.
"...Ah yes, I remember when they found these during the park restoration project. It's actually why I stopped coming by - the curious crowds made coming through on a refueling break impossible...and the music of so many feet was not exactly pleasant listening."
Still LOVE the musical metal!
His near-stumble at the unexpected sounds coming from under their feet almost made his words doubly ironic, but Orion recalled that particular feature of the park at the last moment.
The tones were oddly complementary, and Orion's smile quickly returned despite a brief flare of embarrassment.
"...Ah yes, I remember when they found these during the park restoration project. It's actually why I stopped coming by - the curious crowds made coming through on a refueling break impossible...and the music of so many feet was not exactly pleasant listening."