Twisted Slough Trouble Looking or Looking for Trouble

Heph, Ulrich repeated, taking deep breaths to restore his heartbeat to normal. He opened his mouth to say more, to introduce himself, but saw that she was thinking hard, so he closed his mouth again.

Moontide. A trade... It seemed a good idea, especially what with the pups just born. Now there were little ones to think of, and an alliance with another pack would make him feel safer. Yes, I think a trade of some kind might be a good idea. Then he stopped. Perhaps they did not want a full alliance, but merely a one-time trade? Was something wrong? Was someone at Moontide hurt? What do you need from us? he asked, and looked down at the package that Heph offered. What is it?