Big Salmon Lake in the corner with the scarlet letter

Before he realized it, she whirled around to face him in the deep waters. He brought himself to an awkward, sharp stop as she hollered at him and sent waves of water in his direction, all of which he took in stride. Staying still and float was a bit tricky, but he managed it well in spite of everything. Clearly, she was definitely the swimmer of the pair. Her laughter was infectious though, and soon he found himself laughing right along with her. Though not precise, Mordecai attempted to splash her right back with a well placed slap at the water.

“Careful now, I wouldn't want to have to pop your bubble,” he teased with a growl. “Though that must be how you have the edge here, floating and flitting about.” His sly smile stretched a bit more long the length of his muzzle, and for a moment he considered trying to pull her under for the fun of it. But almost instantly, he thought better of it, wanting to preferably not be the one who got left behind beneath the surface of unfamiliar waters.