Phoenix Maplewood you are a forest fire, set the world aflame

Well, it wasn't exactly a no. The dark female kept her steady demeanor, and it made Zephyr want to befriend her evermore. Calm, but not someone to mess with, not to mention her good looks: and she wasn't at all keen on even giving a friendship a shot. Damn. The ebony wolf shrugged, unaware of the thoughts running through her head. His bright emerald eyes were hopeful and wishing, but it had nothing to do with anyone but himself. He wasn't one that would do things out of bribery or temptation: not unless it was his own. Even then, he was a brutally honest gentleman, on top of having no reason to lie. Not that she knew any of this, of course.
      "I didn't think you would, but I couldn't just not ask. Just my own selfish wants, I suppose."