Brokering deals

The relief that washed over the woman's face was almost too much. Immediately the dominance dropped from her posture and she breathed relieved words. But her attention would shift to a figure lurking. She didn't need to turn and look to know who it was. His presence was electrifying, sending goosebumps across her flesh. He would come to stand behind her, his haunches plopping to the ground with a thud. She would look at him briefly, taking note of the sickening grin that was plastered on his face. His chuckle would invade her ears, tugging at her curiosity, though she said nothing.

The woman's question would pull her back to reality, bring her attention back to the woman. She was smarter than she thought. There was always a catch, and this situation was no different. "You have a mate, yes? You love him? You would do anything for him?" Her crown would tip to the side. The scent that clung to her ivory pelt was that same that clung to Kylar when he first returned from fighting for his grandchildren. Her tail would begin to sway idly back and forth, like a ticking clock, counting the seconds away.

"Burn Baby Burn"