The Sentinels One raindrop raises the sea

She was polite, a good sign, but he kept his gaze skeptical. Even if she appeared well, a contrite demeanor could hide a less pleasant core. He wasn't so jaded as to think hers did, but he was realistic enough to know the chance, and they had pups coming.

"Why should we welcome you into our home?" He asked, raising his head slightly. He wouldn't ask for a resume - obviously her capacity to take care of herself was good enough. But why did she think she would fit in their family? This was what he wanted a feel for.