Cedar Sweep the empty bowl

She shook her head and lifted a paw, hoping to stop Meerkat's apology. You have nothing to be sorry for, she assured her.

The lapse in conversation was slightly uncomfortable, and Asivaq found herself thinking of her next move: whether she should stay or leave the sweep. These thoughts were interrupted by the invitation to sit, which she did by heavily plopping herself onto the ground. Although she was still in the earlier phases of her pregnancy, her body was beginning to ache, and sitting felt nice. Meerkat then asked about her pregnancy, and she nodded. Yes—this was my first fire time, she answered.

Is it yours? she asked in returned.