Reluctant patience

Sirius bristled a little at the mention of Io’s face, presumably injured in the attack with the coyotes, he paused his grooming and looked to Zee, waiting for more information on the safety of his sister. “My sister, is she okay? Don’t drip feed it to me Zee, you know how I get” he said, trying not to sound too frustrated. Surely Zee would have said something more if he really needed to worry.

He put his head back down and ran his head through her fur again, running it gently behind her ears, and around the base of her horns which he knew had been itchy for a time. He liked the sound of her relaxed, sweet voice, husky with sleep and comfort, even if he did also want further news on those that mattered to him.

His Wife sighed and nudged him free, he pulled his head back and gave her room as she turned to him, swinging her horns carefully in the small space. “No, but she’s scheduled to do her last check in a few days. Your right, we do need more bodies. I would be happy to start recruiting once I'm finally free” he agreed