Moonspear almost heaven

He appreciated her forthright nature; getting this all out in the open had been a long time coming. Once, he might have been devastated; now, in the wake of his realized feelings for Amalia, it was merely a relief. He took each word in stride and nodded, understanding.

Thank you, Killdeer said, for telling me that. I think we want different things, and that's okay.

He met her eyes, though his posture was still deferent to her position as queen of the mountain. My parents were not fit for each other, he went on. I wanted so badly for them to be together, but it didn't happen. It sucked. And it set the tone for what I wanted in love.

Green eyes, set in a kind dark face. Companionship. . .loyalty.

I can't share you, Sialuk, he murmured, shaking his head gently. I respect your choices, and I'll always be loyal to you and this pack. And I'll always be father to your children this spring. But going forward. . .I think it's best that we remain just friends.