Greatwater Lake Little deuce coupe

Her eyes were closed as she focused on her breathing.  In, out.  Deep breaths, gentle release.  Banner felt her heartbeat calm down and she smirked as she realized how similar it was to calming herself out of a rage.  Just took a little bit of self-control.  It was lucky that she hadn't swallowed more water - that made everything much easier.

Her growl was a reflex, released just before she sprang up on all fours and assumed a defensive crouch.  Her bright green gaze was startled as she took in the male wolf before her.  It took a moment, but her brain slowly began putting this puzzle together.  She'd thrown herself into a lake, someone said something, she had a dramatic near-drowning experience, and someone said something again.  Banner blinked, her stance relaxing.  Oh, this tall male must have been the one to speak to her.

After clearing her throat, the lady Marauder opened her mouth without taking the time to think of what to say.  "Uh.. hi?"  How poetic.