Whitefish River to the moon and back

He spots Evergreen around the same time Ira does, and relief floods him again, stronger this time. His pace picks up, and when he reaches his mate he doesn't think twice about greeting him with a kiss and a nuzzle that lasts maybe a couple seconds too long. He feels even fuzzier as he pulls away reluctantly, struggling to focus with his husband near. Now he's certain it's him he wants, but now isn't exactly the time. The thought makes his stomach tighten with anxiety. Evergreen, um... Ira said she's ready, so... we came to find you, It's the best explanation he can manage in his current state.