What A Nuisance

Maria blinked with surprise as his eyes opened. They were strange, a dark red just like some of the markings of his coat. The golden yearling took a step back, her white tipped ears flicking back under his gaze. He seemed to be staring, at least for a moment, as if she was something odd. But there was nothing odd about her coat, at least that Maria knew. But though she had woken him up the male said nothing to her, instead getting to his paws and even issuing a growl at her!

Maria’s eyes shown with concern, a frown upon her face as she watched him wobble over to one of the trees. He was in no shape to be doing anything, let alone threatening her. The femme let out a soft sigh, glancing around as she scented the air again. He had a couple of minor wounds... But it looked as though they had stopped bleeding at least. If she could run to her den she could get him something for the pain... But right now, she realized, this male needed food. He was displaying signs of weakness... How had he let himself get into such a state?

Moving from where she stood Maria would scent the air. With surprise she noted that a kill was close and quickly went to fetch it. Had... Had the male killed it and then collapsed? Quietly she brought it to him, dropping the rabbit in front of the brute before letting out a soft bark. “Here.” Maria nosed it towards him. “Eat.” She wouldn’t ask any other questions. Not yet.