Hoshor Plains sister bear

He was visibly disgruntled by the correction of his father, which melted away after a moment or two. Raiyuk wanted to be out on the ice and he wanted to prove he was ready to be a man, but he also felt this was a consequence of leaving the lodge.

Had he been more dutiful, more obedient his father's wishes, Raiyuk would not be sore now. He had chosen bison over lodge, and the glory among these many people versus the singular empowerment that was to come.

He had been impatient. Maybe even a little heartsick, worrying over Chakliux, seeking Seal's eye and the affections of the united villages.

I look forward to home, he admitted.