Gyrfalcon's Keep Imma shine

As she finished speaking, she smiled lopsidedly as he chuckled and nodded. Taking that as a good sign, her long tail swished slowly as hope grew and warmed her small chest. As he spoke the next few words, her eyes widened slightly, and she tried not to let him see her prick of disappointment. Why disappointment? Not even an hour ago, she was content to be alone to continue her search. 
Blinking slowly, her tail stopped, and she spoke, holding her voice steady. No, señor, I have not. But I wish to. I have, over the past few days traveling down the coast, the smell of the sea..It is calming. I am willing to learn if you deem me worthy. Determination edged her voice, and her eyes matched as she glanced up at him then glanced at the wolfess. She would learn.
The sudden intense longing for companionship made her accent thicker, but her smile was still hopeful as she took in a deep breath, hoping to smell the salty air.