where is a fish in orbit? trouter space

He understood more clearly all that had transpired when he was turned from the caldera's door, but now struggled to comprehend the swarm of emotion that invaded his breast. Lasher had cast the dark alpha in a terrible light, and though the blue-nosed wolf always reserved his opinions for his own experiences, he felt greatly conflicted. He could see too, that this troublesome tale tore at Lasher, and he stepped forward to caress a tear-stained cheek before embracing the hurting man, his chin upon his shoulders. He was a creature that could converse easily, but in this moment he found it difficult, murmuring only a soft, heartfelt "I'm sorry," before lapsing into silence once more.