Lost Creek Hollow you listen to me you muscle-bound handsome adonis.

As Liffey's expression began to deteriorate, Rannoch's felt a wave of guilt overcome him. "I need to tell him in person," he amended quickly, his eyes seeking hers, "This is a big leadership change, and I owe it to him to explain why this is happening." Rannoch's frown deepened and his mind began to reel; would Terance so easily give up his position? 

"But, we will lead at each other's side," Rannoch promised despite his innermost concern, his voice stronger. "You are my queen, and the rightful leader of this pack." 

"But, just in case this doesn't go as we anticipate, I will do my best to explain why this is happening. I do not want any violence, and will not resort to that," he rolled his shoulders—word-vomit forming in his throat, "But, we will take action, should we have to."