Dragoncrest Cliffs Let it smoulder

There were so many emotions rattling around inside Stingray that he didn’t know how to handle himself most days. He had been so envious of Swordfish and Quennell going out on an adventure without him, but now he was glad he had not been there and simultaneously plagued with guilt for feeling that way. If he had been there, he’d probably be dead.

But couldn’t he have helped his brother and Quennell fight if he was?

Curiosity got the better of him when the pack was called together. There was even a tinge of excitement in him when they began to talk about chasing the bear away or killing it. Maybe he’d be able to prove himself to his parents, his pack, and his brother by playing a big role in that! The gentle sway of his tail betrayed his anticipation.

He was about to offer up a grand suggestion for throwing the bear over the cliffs when Val mentioned his parents, and Stingray looked around those gathered. Where were they? It wasn’t like either of them to not show up.

The Jade spoke, and that clammed Stingray right up. What did he mean they weren’t coming? There was a slight glare playing on his expression while he stared at the man who had always looked at him with disdain. Why not? he demanded to know.