Stone Circle what are you up to these days?

wrap up here?

An instant protest made her startle a bit.  Banner's head tilted just a fraction as she studied Valette, waiting for an explanation that she knew wasn't far off.  She drew in a deep breath and exhaled slowly, a small smile replacing the gesture as soon as it passed.  Thank you, she murmured in response.  Internally, she doubted she'd ever truly believe the words her friend spoke with such certainty.

What she said next, however, caused Banner to rise once again to all four paws, green eyes wide as could be.  Best friend?  Banner hadn't had one of those since.. well, ever.  She always considered Stark to be her best friend, but he was also her brother and usually the only one who knew how to handle her at her worst.  Swallowing hard, she ducked her head for a minute as emotion began to overtake her.  To have another wolf declare close friendship with her so openly...

Oh, Valette, she whispered, moving forward to press her nose to her friend's dark shoulder in a gesture of affection usually reserved for Stark only.  Thank you she mumbled into Valette's fur.