Fox's Glade Conflict

"And I hate to see you leave." She responded with the slightest of smiles. "But it's a part of life - and I find comfort in the fact that I know we will be reunited." She could understand how he felt - she once felt the same way about her birth pack.

The meaning of loyalty was a harsh lesson to learn.

She moved closer, lapping at the sides of his muzzle so long as he would allow it. "I'm sure the creek wolves will understand if you cannot stay Frederick." She stated ever-so carefully. "If you commit to them, it will only raise their expectations. They will expect you to stay."

It would be easy, had she not committed herself to the wolves of Bearclaw Valley. She would follow Frederick to the ends of the Teekons and back.

"It is good to have loyalty to other's, but you need to have loyalty to your heart. Do what is best for you."