Bearclaw Valley calm and collected, she keeps her composure

Bless her heart, Blondine thought as Reigi nudged at her chin. She should have known better than to think that a life of leadership and responsibility could ever corrupt such a bashful spirit. In response, Blondine lifted her head a twinge, but instinctively avoided the Alpha's gaze. I'm okay, sweetheart, she cooed, only then making the move to match their gazes, How are you? 

Seeing that some things would stay consistent between the two of them, Blondine's tail began a more triumphant wag behind her, signaling her change in mood.