Blacktail Deer Plateau Let's blow this popsicle stand!

Koda noted the irritation in his mate's narrowed eyes and instantly knew he was about to catch shit. He shrank back slightly as Kesuk berated him for fighting with Dante. He had more or less expected this kind of reaction, and he knew he was getting what he deserved, but his delicate male ego was still bruised. Wasn't she even a little impressed that he'd won?

Kesuk turned her attention to his injury. "It's nothing to worry about, no big deal," he said of the gash on his shoulder. "But if you wanted to kiss it better, I'd be okay with that."