Blackfoot Forest We are coming home

Her blood seemed to freeze at the mention of mating. She felt cold suddenly,like the life had been sucked from her. She willed herself to remain emotionless. She nodded her head respectfully. "Thank you." She was grateful for a spot amongst his pack. 
    
     Her stomach rolled and she considered speaking her mind. She decided to go for it,maybe he would listen. "I won't oppose a mating...I only ask that you pair me with someone who isn't cruel." She didn't think that was overstepping boundaries. It seemed a reasonable request.
   
    Maybe it wouldn't be so bad. She wouldn't let herself be abused again though. She wouldn't survive that again. If she had to she would run again. She hoped he listened though,she was tired of running.