Heron Lake Plateau Golden Oldies

@Teemu :D

Burke had crossed their river on the southern side. He had not explored the grounds next to their lands in this direction. He knew the sea was to the north and a dark forest to the west. His family had arrived from the east side. The male followed their river for a few miles until he went more to the east. His ears caught a lot of commotion down this way and he was rather curious to see what made such a sound.

His hearing was somewhat lesser than it was before, but he barely realized it. The male was showing more lighter grays in his fur than he had as a young adult, within a few days the male would become seven years of age, stepping into the role of a true elder. The male liked to think he was still as fit as he was a few years ago, but even he realized he had to take more rests during his tasks.

The alpha reached a big lake with all types of waterbird. His eyes caught how a flock of deer ran, probably alerted by his presence. It was the birds that made such commotion. The male sat down and watched then curiously from the waterside before lowering his head and going for a quick drink. Perhaps he could even bring back home a waterbird for Malice. Hoping a meal would make her feel better.