Golden Glade i've been thinking too much

The moment Nico caught Aspen scent, he felt a mixture of panic and eerie calmness. He continued walking, however, mentally wondering if she would rather put it off for another time as it'd only been a week and perhaps it was still rather awkward for her. But apparently, that was not the case. Instead, the Queen chuffed softlly and almost reluctantly, although that wasn't obvious, the soldier turned around, his posture lowering and shifting into one of submission, eyes carefully averted in respect. 

"Queen Aspen," Nico murmured softly. "I'd like to apologise for my inexcusable attitude and the way I approached you during your heat. While it was partly the hormones, I was not strong enough to fight it off and gave in to the urges, thus making it my fault. I'm so, very sorry for my actions and I hope that one day, I can earn your forgiveness," he breathed out.