Blackwater Islands sunset on a warm summer's eve

I understand. And I can assure you, any thoughts of love or affection that Gabe had or continues to have are of his own making. There will be no further relations between us. She took the opportunity to stand, albeit a bit slowly and while leaving a slight disparity between where she and Akantha were raised. Kalika was no stranger to reprimands from her superior, and the fact that Akantha was willing to defend the ideals of her pack did nothing but make the respect and reverence between them stronger.

I appreciate this, Akantha. I mean you telling me what I've done to offend you so that I can correct it. Giving a slight nod of her head, Kalika sat back and curled her tail around her in one swift, delicate motion. Is there anything else that you need to speak with me about? There was always something, so the question was more like this: Do you trust me enough to let me help you?