Cedar Sweep ambience

You’re welcome, she said as Reki ate, her eyes flicking over the slim cut of his body. There’s more where that came from, if you’re still hungry…

Her voice trailed off as her ears pricked, picking up the noise of footfalls. Meerkat turned to greet her mate as he strode onto the scene. She gave him a moment to ascertain the boy before their eyes met. She grinned a little at the expression on his face.

This is Reki, she answered, turning her muzzle toward him. Reki, this is Njord, my mate. We haven’t spoken a whole lot, she explained for her husband’s benefit, eyes still on the yearling, but if you’re in need of a home, Reki, we would be happy to give you one in exchange for doing your fair share of chores around here.

Meerkat laughed a little at her own remark, then hushed and glanced between the two men. Could Reki be their first official recruit? Was he suited to the life they envisioned here in the copse?