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She seemed a little uncomfortable with his answer. He couldn't control how she felt about his preference, nor did he have to explain himself, but something about the way her ears folded back made him want to assure her it had nothing to do with her. It is nothing personal; it's just a nickname used by those close to me, and I don't know you very well yet.

She seemed happy with his brother's leadership skills so far, which didn't really surprise the northerner. Yes, he is wise and kind, he offered. 

Yes, Lane told me of him, Tuulu explained. 

He was going to offer his condolences but then she excitedly told him the name of where the cache was. He looked at her curiously before she explained and then he nodded his understanding. 

I am sorry for your loss, Meerkat, he offered then. He didn't know how close they had been but losing a leader was never easy on a pack.