Swiftcurrent Creek wild women don't get the blues

He noted her reaction and was not surprised by it. But he surprised himself at the annoyance he felt. She bristled so quickly at his return, without knowing why he had left. As if he would abandon his children for the rest of their lives and completely start anew? He could never. 

No matter how he felt, Marcus decided it was best to hold composure on his end. He did, however, stop his advances. Her eyes, once large and round with admiration for him, now narrowed under a furrowed brow of skepticism. He shifted from his usual laid back demeanor, instead presenting one of a professional caliber. Like he was approaching any other wolf on their territory. He was an outsider, and he understood this. "I came to see you." He offered simply, tired from his journey both physically and emotionally. If she did not wish him to be there, he would not fight her on it. "Is this a bad time?"