Redhawk Caldera Nature trail to hell

Eventually, he began descending again, though he kept a passive eye on his friend's distant figure. He noticed when she stopped and turned back to face the caldera, perhaps sensing his presence. He saw when she began to move toward the mount and quickened his pace. In his haste, he slipped and tumbled the rest of the way down, though luckily it was only a few yards.

"Willow," he said when they simultaneously arrived at the foot of the caldera. He studied the package in her mouth. It appeared empty. Perhaps she'd already seen his mate? Fox had already been resting when he'd come home last night. "I know you probably hate my ass right now but I'm glad you're here. A little surprised too, but then you've always been the most selfless wolf I know."