Whitefish River you're the truth that's breaking me and keeping me together

The words Riley spoke knocked all air out of Charles. His eyes widened and his hackles raised notably, his tail puffed up in absolute bewilderment. A few seconds later his eyes narrowed and he snapped, No, of course not! although it was clear from his tone that he was totally caught out and that Riley was correct. How dare —! Charles brought out flustered, and he jumped at Riley with exposed teeth as if to show him how very much he was incorrect. Old Charles would never seek the confrontation himself, after all. He just didn't want to lose this exchange. He didn't want Riley here. He didn't want any of it, not anymore. But it was too late now.