Blacktail Deer Plateau I don't care if the world knows what my secrets are

Peregrine knew it was possible that Lasher would be the one to come to him, yet he didn't expect it. He even though his former lover might avoid him, should he see or smell him. It turned out he was wrong about that. Lasher slunk forth from the plateau in all his understated glory, making Peregrine's heart jump into his throat and throb there.

Lasher smiled at him and offered a cordial inquiry. Peregrine did not answer immediately, as he was too busy trying to steady his breath so his voice didn't come out funny. He stared openly at Lasher for a few beats, then tore his gaze away and let it drop slowly to his paws.

"Yes, I'm doing well," he said softly. Um. "And you...?"