Silvertip Mountain No one looks stupid when they're having fun

Valette changed directions often, going left first, then right, then back. Adeline realized quickly she needed more than her speed if she was going to catch up. She started watching the other female a little more closely, trying to judge which way she might go, and making sure her own reaction was a split second behind her "preys". But, because she was so focused on Valette, she lost sight of her surrounding. The mountain could be a dangerous place-- a lesson that Adeline hadn't learned yet.

A spot of loose rock and dirt was ahead, and Adeline failed to see it. Her back end came out from under her, but she caught herself with her front legs, digging them into the ground. Her heart lurched and beat frantically, but she righted herself and continued her chase of Valette. She didn't realize, or maybe she didn't care, that they ended up back at the den site. Her sides heaved with every large breath she took. You're faster, she said with a grin. Her eyes lit up when Valette mentioned that they could actually hunt next time. That would be awesome! she exclaimed, plopping down on her side next to Valette.

It took several minutes for her to catch her breath and for her adrenaline to calm in her system. When it finally did, Adeline was passed out cold.