Whitefish River Double-cross the vacant and the bored

thanks for joining <3

He paused when he heard the former Count's greeting, his stick dropping to the ground and bouncing a few times near his front paws. Sure, sir, he replied, remembering his manners. Um...one second, he quickly added. Then he picked his stick back up and trotted away towards a large bush. He stashed his stick in there, ensuring that it was well hidden before turning and heading back to Evergreen. 

I was patrolling, he stated confidently. He deflated fairly quickly, though and added" Well, I was trying but... he drifted off with a shrug of his pale shoulders. Well...what exactly is patrolling? he asked, his tone a little uncertain. His deep blue gaze looked up to the bear expectantly. He would have all the answers, he was sure of it.