Swiftcurrent Creek violet curse

Swordfish didn't really know what to say to that. He looked at Suzu with a gaping mouth. What'd she think? This was some dime store romance novel. He was supposed to come charging up over the hill with a broad set of shoulders and roses spilling from his stormy cloak. He'd bow before her and offer jewels for the children he hadn't even known about until Lestan had given him the news? But then, maybe she was being playful. 

I can hunt later... Swordfish drawled to her, frowning. 

Akavir's words drew the young wolf's gaze up to his dark features. Swordfish nodded his head to the man. He hadn't been a very good sitter for those pups but he had done his best. He fed them. He watched over them. And they'd all survived... It was kind of Akavir to say what he had. 

I'd do it again, he let the dark leader know before the man disappeared. Swordfish fixed his eyes on Suzu and sighed. 

How'r ya doin, Su? What the hell's goin' on...?