Moonspear flame imperishable

It was a while before he realized his mistake, but as she drew closer, he recognized the mother versus her daughter. Immediately his eager bearing dropped, and his tail and ears fell slightly as he slowed. Likely this would only increase the time and irritation she felt, but it allowed him to take the submissive air that he felt necessary to show. The last thing he wanted was to invite her anger again.

You. The word fell a tad harshly, and he winced internally, but there was no danger behind it thankfully. She didn't seem angry that he'd come to her, even if it was by accident.

He remained still as she circled, watching from his periphery and fighting the urge to keep his front to her. "Better." He replied, and though he thought that fact obvious by his ranging, he was beginning to realize it was a question asked out of politeness. Rather than mention it he (wisely) clarified a bit instead. "No running yet. But better.". It no longer hurt as badly as it had, though it was obviously weaker.