Silver Creek there is a blur beyond the white

Seri was, at least, attentive to him. She focused on him and his words. Whether or not they made any sense to her. As he nuzzled her she rolled onto her back and batted at his face. He was amazed at the delicate body of the child, amazed that some piece of him had helped to form her. He lowered his nose to her belly and blew air against her skin, attempting to tickle her.

"Seri, Seri," He cooed again, smiling at the girl. What would she grow to be like? He wondered. Would she be a leader? A hunter? What could she do in her life? She was full of possibility, and he knew he would give his life to protect hers. To protect any of his children.