Stone Circle I hate the beach but I stand in California with my toes in the sand

Of course he noticed the change in her expression, attuned as he was to her whenever she was near. Kel wilted further under the perceived judgment, but felt that he deserved it. He had almost abandoned Riverclan — almost left her behind without a word! Surely he would never rid himself completely of this shame.
He was too raw and frazzled to think much on her line of questioning, or he himself might have had a few questions. Always have, Kel admitted in low tones. But it's never been possible for me. But I wouldn't leave. Even for that. I wouldn't leave you. Riverclan; he'd meant to say he wouldn't leave Riverclan, but that wasn't what came out at all. You're my best friend. He quickly amended, as if that was what he'd meant to say all along.