Big Salmon Lake He called my name and my heart stood still

The Northerner came close enough to touch and she raised her lip for inspection, letting him pry.  It wasn't like she had been the one to patch him up, no, her word didn't mean jack.  He had to see for himself.  It was amusing in its own right.

Sorry.  Talk of his shoulder seemed to bring memories.  Her thoughts went wild with could-bes and what-ifs, but she didn't want to pry too hard — big dude was just starting to trust her.  No need.  Keep me company for a while, we'll be even.

She rolled back onto her haunches but made no move to pull away.  Hey, is that your language?  Where are you from, anyway?  She chuckled and ducked her head.  I'm uh, I'm good.  Settled down for a little bit with some family.