Otter Creek oh woman, how could you do this to me?

after the brief visit to the hollow, issun traveled east along the frozen waterbed. he walked at a quick pace, as if he was escaping from some unknown presence. by the time he reached the creek his paws ached and begged for a break.

he slowed to a hault and his body sank to the cool earth. issun looked around and caught sight a glowing pelt amongst the dreary surroundings before him. the male slid up and followed the stranger until he was close enough for her to hear him chuff a greeting.