Redhawk Caldera The faith that sets you free

She was prompt, which was good for Elwood. Too much time spent waiting would just cause his anxiety to fester. He managed to convince himself that he didn't have anything to worry about -- it wasn't like he was going to get down on one knee and propose to Finley. In the back of his mind, he was certain that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her -- and he was pretty sure she felt the same way -- but voicing such a sentiment seemed much too heavy for this stage in their relationship.

When she approached, he was pulling a rabbit carcass from a nearby cache. His ears pricked and his tail started to sway at the sight of her, as he placed the hare next to the rock. Both items lay at his feet, though he immediately met her gaze and smiled, leaning into her kisses and affectionate ministrations. Those greetings would never get old.

"Sorry to keep you waiting," he replied teasingly, feeling the nerves in his belly settling as they slipped into a comfortable banter. He planted a quick kiss on her cheek, then reached down and nudged the meat towards her, using his other paw to pull the agate closer to himself. "You hungry?" he asked.