Swiftcurrent Creek we want war · pack meeting

Scimitar's tone did not leave room for negotiation. Even though it as given to Kaskara, part of the order was directed at her. Bazi gave Star one final stare before she backed off, watching the injured wolves troop after Kaskara, who soothed her rage somewhat with a parting kiss.

When they were safely out of earshot, Bazi turned back to Scimitar. "I won't do anything rash," she grumbled, "But I know... I think I know that Star did something stupid to get into that situation. Who takes hostages in winter?" Her voice threatened to turn screechy, and Bazi took a moment and a breath to compose herself, eyes roving over her intended's many visible injuries. "Are you alright?"