Swiftcurrent Creek yeah he's still coming, just a little bit late

Fox listened with open ears, though she was careful not to simply believe in every word that her Delta spoke. While Fox trusted her, she was also paranoid that the strong Kesuk would one day attempt to overthrow her. Still, Jinx's words were calming to her, and she drank in every single word. To hear of Jinx's past was strange, but also pleasant. She found it nice to know where Jinx had come from and what trials and tribulations she had overcome. The story of the orange-eyed female's foray into leadership so young caused Fox to wonder how many were thrown into such a position. With such a small sample size, it would be difficult to tell.

When Jinx had finished speaking, Fox felt far more at peace than she had when she had sat beside the white lady. Simple reassurance was a blessed thing, and the Alpha would remember it should she ever need advice in the future. The only other wolf she would consider going to was Perry, but that seemed absurd considering they were not pack-mates. In fact, they were basically enemies now, fighting for their own packs. Before they had only been indirect frenemies, but Fox doubted that she would see him (or he, her) as kindly as they had before. It was a shame, considering she actually enjoyed his company.

“Thank you,” she replied after a moment, and let a few moments of pause pass between them. “Unrelated, but I met your little charge the other day. He’s all piss and vinegar.” Her lips curled into a smile, remembering their little duck-chasing adventure. “How did you come across him?”