Can't go back now

Pluto held his grip as the Alpha launched himself at the elk, gripping it's neck in his teeth. As the elk collapsed under the pressure of their attack, he knew he did well. The rest of the herd was long gone now, perhaps in a few days the would return to the area but it was not likely, they would find a new place to settle for now. 

After moments of struggle, the elk let out it's final breath and he stepped back. The Alpha too was out a breath and he stopped moving to take in some air as well. He listened intently to what the Alpha had to say, only hoping it would be good news. To him this was a victory, but there was no saying what the Alpha had in mind. The compliment was short, and Pluto was thankful for that. He didn't want to get ahead of himself. Even after, if he did get accepted into the pack, he would have to prove himself to the rest. This was only the mere beginning, and he knew it. 

"My name is Pluto, not very impressive I know" He said, with a little bit of humor. He always did wish his name wasn't so..simple. After letting go of his past, he considered taking up a new name. And he had one in mind. It was a nickname his sister called him, and he quite liked it.
"May I ask your name?" He asked, wanting to know the name of the Alpha before him, and hopefully his new one.