Blackfeather Woods When did it all go

The question struck him like a wheeling blow.
Why was she asking now? Why not when he was apologizing?
He promised he wouldn't get the girl in trouble.
"We were both chasing a feather and I grabbed her as I slipped over..."
He looked down, feigning guilt. Really, he knew he'd crack if he looked his Mother in the face whilst lying.

It was the forst time he'd lied to her, and in that moment he vowed it would be the last. Unless it was absolutely necessary. He loved her, how could he lie like this?!
"Why?" He lifted his head a bit, "Is there a problem?" She seemed distressed. On edge. Was it to do with Falling Star?