Blacktail Deer Plateau Contribution

Day's ears perked at the reminder, and for a moment, food was wiped from his list of priorities. "Have y'all found a good den, yet? I can help you dig one out, if you need it," he offered, knowing that Heartha's time was close at hand. "With all the trees around here, I'm sure we'll have an easier time finding something than me and Khoe did."

His ears swivelled back as he thought about how much more difficult things would be back at the cuesta. They'd have to dig a whole new den, and it would be fairly open to the elements come wintertime. He'd been worried enough about his own children freezing, nevermind the vulnerable newborns that Heartha was bringing into the picture.

"Listen, Howl - " the male began, falling quiet for a moment as he organized his thoughts. "I really appreciate what you've done for the pack. I wasn't sure about you at first, but I'm glad you're with us. You've done what you can to take care of my family. I'm going to do what I can to take care of yours."