Swiftcurrent Creek Partners In Crime

He was deep in the heart of the territory where his den was hidden, stealing precious time with his family when the call reached him from the borders. He hastily departed from the den, concerned about why Sherigrim had summoned him from the edge of the territory. His call didn't seem distressed, though, so Kavik attempted to quiet his anxiety as he made his way through the trees and across the creek.

When he arrived, he noticed first that Chusi had beat him here, and he dipped his head in greeting as he came to stand next to her. I'm Kavik, one of the alphas here, he said first to the stranger, dipping his head once more in greeting. He then turned to the shaman. Is this a new recruit? the alpha asked, thinking that was the best assumption here. He hoped that didn't mean the healer was leaving and this was his replacement, but they had made a deal, and Kavik would hold up his end.