Noctisardor Bypass By Lucky Coincidence

Uh-oh, I sense future drama!

Mawk returned the goofy grin to Illecebra, and her whispered words made him feel special. Like he really belonged, to someone, to someplace. It was an uplifting feeling, and he leaned his head to her ear and whispered a few of his own words, "I'm just glad I'll get to see you every day."

The wolfdog watched the exchange of glances and wagged his tail slightly, but as soon as the leaders turned, he caught sight of he other wolf glaring at him. Mawk flinched, returning her an innocent tilt of his head. He should have known, really, that there would be someone in whatever home he found that disapproved of his lineage. Or perhaps it was his appearance. Either way, he knew he'd have to prove himself worthy even more to Noor than he would with the alphas.