Swiftcurrent Creek blood and beating hearts

Wrapping this one up! <3 last post from me. We will have to thread again at some point so they can catch up after Shadow does his thing

Danica was grateful that she could still count on his friendship even though they could no longer be packmates. She gave him a quick nudge on the cheek as he lifted his head away, then turned to look behind. The day was fast waning, and she would need to find a new spot to sleep before it was over. Her current one, being so close to the rest of the pack, was less than ideal for the avoidance that she planned to put into action until she left.

"I'm sure I'll see you around before then, but I think I need a walk right now. Take care, Shadow, and don't you dare get at those Silvertip wolves without me." She gave him a wink, then turned to go.

Honestly, she had no issues with her other packmates, but aside from Bazi, he was the only wolf here she would truly miss. The others she hadn't gotten to know very well, a failing on her part, but one that she was strangely glad for. More painful goodbyes would have just made this entire thing harder.