Horizon Ridge awkward moment abound

It seemed that Pump's remark about her skills had ignited a fire in the other's heart, which was a welcome change and showed that this she-wolf wasn't just a toerag to be stepped on, but could stand her ground, if that was needed. Her reasoning about the bear would seem rational, had not Pump had different opinion about it. She was a cautious person, when her own health and well-being was in question. Therefore, even though she did not like the bear living next door, she wasn't going to attack him for the sake of driving him away. As long as he stayed out of her home and did no harm, he could live as he wished.

Her point about the deer hunt, however, sparked Pump's interest. Her expression from skeptical changed to mildly impressed one. "Nice," she said, once the woman had finished her monologue. Living in Horizon ridge was all about proving your worth and unknowingly the she-wolf had done just that. Which was a definite plus in her file. However, her next answer was not that satisfying. Pump furrowed her brow and gave her a thoughtful look. "Not good enough," she said. "Let's change the question then - how do you know him?"