lilith morgain

I won't ever leave you, even though you're always leaving me

Lil shook her head. “Most of the pandas in zoos, come from China. More of a way to help the population there, as well as educate those around the world. We were lucky to even get the lottery spot. We are hoping to get some new animals to fill this area once they are gone. Most likely another bear type, as people do like them,” she smiled, fiddling her fingers behind her back.

A small laugh escaped Lil. “Oh, yes. My favorite is when the cubs roll down the hill during playtime. Something about a big ball of black and yellow just rolling. And, of course. I’m glad I could bring a little joy to someone today.”

Her dark eyes continued to watch through the glass as the feeding frenzy ended. The Panda moved at her speed but was quite quick out of her favorites of the stash. Seeing the panda eat, made Lil realize she hadn’t eaten too much herself today. Feeling her belly rumble, she asked, “Who’s ready for smoothies, hm? My treat! I do recommend the swirl if I do say so myself.”

lilith morgain

I won't ever leave you, even though you're always leaving me

Lilith arched an eyebrow at the teen’s request and shrugged. “That’s easy enough. No one is here, so you get prime viewing of them anyway. You chose a good time to come. Let’s do that first since the pandas are closer. Plus, the best place to get our version of smoothie served in a pineapple. If you’re hungry that is.”

She pivoted on her heel and began walking in the direction she was headed anyway. Despite her smallish frame, Lilith was a fast walker. Even though there were almost zero people here, she still liked to turn her head and make sure they were still following her. Granted, she was sure Eva’s laser eyeballs would burn some loose hairs.

It didn’t take long for them to get to the panda exhibit. And it was as if Lilith predicted. There were zero people in front, as the other sections for the pandas were up high. Most people preferred that view. “We’re in the prime spot for feeding time,” she said, motioning to the exhibit entrance for the keepers. Lilith held up her hand and counted to five by putting up each finger. Once the pinky was up – the keeper's door opened and two keepers came out, holding buckets of apples and carrots.

“You’re lucky you made it just in time. Our program is ending with them soon, as part of our deal with China’s Conservation. They’ll be gone at the end of next month. We’re currently at the female’s enclosure. The male is on the other side. It’s a split one, as they are more solitary species.”

lilith morgain

I won't ever leave you, even though you're always leaving me

Ah, shit. Of course, out of every other person in the world, it was Brandon. Brandon and someone else. The woman with him looked young, which made Lilith wonder things. But she kept her professional smile on. She knew better than to just assume. Her scientific brain didn’t allow her to do so.

“Well, I do work here, Brandon,” she laughed, pointing to her name badge on her uniform. “In the bug area, of course.” Lilith would’ve said more but the woman cut in with a snide tone. The older woman wasn’t dumb. It was evident Brandon met a lot with this other one. Which leads to a family or a nonromantic partner. If it was a romantic partner, then – that was some serious red flags.

“Eva, a pleasure to meet you,” Lilith responded, offering her hand for a handshake. “I teach a class once in a while at some local universities, and we often go the to sale yard to collect dung samples.” She could say that they met shopping for his sister, but Brandon could say that if he wanted to.
existence.

lilith morgain

I won't ever leave you, even though you're always leaving me

Lilith looked at her workstation at the zoo, lost in thought. She had run into Brandon a few times - but nothing had been planned. The most interesting time was when she stopped by the yard to collect poop samples for a project with some students. It was a study on dung beetles and what other critters liked living their best lives in the piles of feces. She and Brandon had exchanged numbers, in a professional sense, of course. But what was she to do? Ask if he liked coffee. She already knew that from the incident they met.

She let out a frustrated breath and decided she would take a little look around. Maybe a walk around an all-familiar place would be welcomed. Her brain hurt now, from work and personal turmoil. It didn't help that she had seen Tobi with another woman when she had stopped by the barn to say hi on Valentine's. With his favorite chocolates and everything. But she didn't approach and dropped them off at the police station, placing them on his desk for him to see later. Tobi didn't belong to her and she didn't belong to him. But it hurt her. Seeing Tobi smile like that, with someone else, made her feel a certain way. Now, with Brandon - it made Lilith feel like she was swimming in circles.

Lilith slipped a light coat over her uniform. It was pretty warm for February, so she allowed herself to dress lighter. Her long black hair was pulled into two well-done Dutch braids, showing her pale face and modelesque features. Something someone would notice right away, especially with the lack of makeup.

As she was making her way through the smallish crowd around the polar bear exhibit, Lilith saw a pair of people attempting to take a selfie. But there was an obvious height difference. Not clocking the face, Lilith put on a smile. "Would you like me to take a picture of you two?" She asked, not aware of who she had just asked. If she was, she would've maybe walked past - hiding her existence.