Swiftcurrent Creek Mirror, tell me who's the loneliest of all

Scout restrained himself from immediately pouncing on the leg meat. While he ate, he listened to Bazi, nodding. After swallowing a bite, Alex spoke, "A den shouldn't be too hard to find. And I'll be more than happy to partake in the fishing competition."

He tore another piece off the leg and chewed diligently. He was thinking. He tried to imagine what he'll need in his den to comfortable. He also wondered where it should be... maybe by the river?...