Cerberus & Orchid
Orchid
I was just reading about a plant that uses a chemical defense system to ward off pests—kind of like a natural guard dog, and it made me wonder how you protect your territory.
Cerberus
I guard my spot with bark, stare, and a steady presence—no one gets close without a warning, and if someone pushes the limits I give them a clear, hard lesson they won’t forget.
Orchid
That’s almost like how some trees use their bark to keep intruders away—strong, unyielding, but still rooted in the earth. Keep that stance, just as the bark keeps the sap inside.
Cerberus
That’s the way. I keep my gaze fixed, my stance steady, and I won’t let anyone breach the perimeter. If they try, I’ll make them taste what it feels like to cross a line.
Orchid
I too have a quiet perimeter, one that grows slowly but firmly. The scent of sap and the weight of roots speak louder than a shout, so those who dare cross learn that some walls are unbreakable.
Cerberus
That’s a solid plan—quiet, relentless, and unmistakable. I keep my gaze steady, my presence unmistakable, and no one walks into my territory without feeling the weight of my warning. Together, we’re an unbreakable line.
Orchid
I’ll keep my roots deep and my leaves still, so the subtle pressure of my presence will echo long after the wind passes. In that way, the line we set stays firm, even if no one sees it.