Ravensblood Forest I want to hurt you just to hear you screaming my name

After a time (during which Thistle soothed her non-verbally), the adult spoke again to the pup, offering consolation and suggesting they could find Junior's family. At this, the pup's head tilted back and she gazed up at Thistle, her eyes huge and still shimmering with tears. She didn't say anything, didn't even nod, but the look in her eye was probably answer enough.

Eventually, she lowered her gaze and scrubbed her cheek against Thistle's leg again, drawing comfort from the female's presence. "I don't wanna leave," she moaned quietly. Oh, yes, she definitely wanted to find her family again and go home... and yet she didn't. Being held by Thistle this way was just a strong reminder of what she'd lose if she went back home. Osprey Jr.'s young heart was very torn, as no matter what she did, it would come at a great emotional cost.