Duskfire Glacier You broke your oath, you lost your ties

As far as Adlartok was concerned, Malachi didn't deserve pity. The emotion that Scarlett so willingly gave him. He shook his head, forcing himself to calm down. He had learned young, emotions got you no where. Revenge got you everywhere, he'd make sure to remember this, and it would color his actions as he grew.

It doesn't matter that he stopped you. He's the leader, and he let her walk all over him. How can he demand respect, when he doesn't give it. No, I won't forget this. Whose Kove?

Artok was on guard then, the thought of another wolf coming into his life, filled his mouth with bitter ashes. He didn't trust anyone at this point, no one except for Scarlett.

He tilted his ears forward. I won't need a break. I'll get there.

It was with renewed determination he walked. His limp there, but he forced himself to step past the haze of pain. It hurt like a curse word, but he wouldn't quit. He wouldn't back down, and he wouldn't tell anyone that it did. It was his own silent cross to bear.