Like A River I Run

With the deer dead, Taiga had looked for Birna and nodded as the other woman drew near. Both felines were catching their breath when the bear came. Rounded ears shifted forward and the giant lioness lowered her head between wide, muscular shoulders. It wasn't smart of the bear to challenge such large felines. Not smart at all. The ursine looked a little thin and had it asked for food, she would have gladly shared. However, in the manner of bears, it sought all or nothing. Unfortunately for it, it would receive nothing.

The hulking, white bear came lumbering towards them somewhat quickly and Taiga stepped up in front of the dead reindeer to protect it. A low growl pulled from the cat and she swiped out at the bear, catching its cheek with the flat of one wide paw, giving it one last chance to turn and flee. It didn't.

"Tiaga"