Sleeping Dragon Amber

The Bandrona's brow furrowed gently, wondering what Portia meant when she said she was out of sorts. Instead of prying, she shot the Skayona a quick smile, then retreated into the den to fetch the rabbit. It was still slightly warm to the touch. She carried it outside and set it gently at the other she-wolf's feet, then complemented her presentation by giving Portia a grateful nudge to the side of her muzzle.

"Just a little token of our appreciation," she said, stepping back to stand at Thuringwethil's shoulder. She was so used to curbing the urge to exchange affection with her lover in front of others that, for a moment, she stifled it without thinking. Then she remembered herself and, knowing Portia wouldn't mind—she might even be tickled—Wildfire turned her head to kiss the commander's jaw.