Blackfoot Forest how am I gonna be an optimist about this?;;

Lennon gave Ali a quick lick on his cheek, he admired Alarian's morals. A lingering gloominess surrounded his words, causing his heart heavy. "I'll do whatever I can to keep bad things from happening to you," he promised. Their time being in each other's lives was short, but he couldn't deny his strong compassion toward the wolf. 

His connection with their small group was undeniable, his breaths finally slowed down. Alarian had the soothing effect of a stuffed animal for a child on Lennon. His presence appeasing - as long as he wasn't having a panic attack.