Duck Lake Joker on Jack

The water lapping up against her skin was refreshing. Soothing, even. Maybe today wasn't such a bad day for a little swim after all, she decided. Step by step, she immersed herself further into the water, the warm honey and creams of her coat made sleek beneath the transparent surface. She would let him come within a reasonable distance - close enough for them to get a sniff of each other. The scent of Whitebark Stream was slightly faded on her and she noted any traces of those he spoke of, lingering around him.

"That's always exciting, building a home." She returned with a smile. "Does this girl, Journey lead the group?" She tipped her head in a quizzical yet cute way. Chai had no idea that the truth was, an ex-pack mate of hers, Sunny, was really the one in charge. She had socialized with him once, but briefly before he up and left the pack. "As long as you are happy, that you feel you belong...that's what matters." A firm nod, while inside she questioned her current standing.