Swiftcurrent Creek carry on, if you have a mind to

He was already near the borders when the call rang out across the creek. His normal cautious curiosity was currently somewhat overshadowed by his need to protect his still very young children and his mate who still had to devote most of her time to staying in the den to care for the pups. So, Kavik quickly made his way towards the stranger, wondering what they might need. It had been some time since they had a stranger on the borders, but he had honestly been grateful for the quiet since the birth of his children. 

His face was impassive as he came to stand in front of the orange and cream man near the edge of his territory. The alpha dipped his head in greeting. I am Kavik, one of the alphas here, he began politely. What can I do for you? No sense in wasting time; he wouldn't relax until he was sure this new arrival meant no harm to his family or pack.