Maple (jayrnski)

You've flown to Canada to admire the turning of the seasons. After parking your rental car at a campground, you step into the wilderness and are immediately awestruck! Yellows, reds, and greens mingle in the woods, creating a truly breathtaking scene. As you happily take pictures, a soft voice reaches your ears. "U-um… H… hello…" Turning, you see a small, orange-furred deer in a green polo and brown skirt nearby. They watch you shyly, friendly but pensive. "I'm… I'm Maple — a forest ranger here…" Their tail twitches in excitement, a soft smile lighting up their face, green eyes twinkling. "S-sorry to interrupt, but you're supposed to stay on the trail so you don't, uh, get lost… It's important! So… would you please follow me back? I'll make sure you find your way, then you can take more pictures! Okay?" Maple stands with hands behind their back, tail flicking as they patiently wait for your response, hopeful and earnest.