Chione's patrol group got back as the next headed out. Her group dispersed to go see their families, get some food, take a nap, etc. And Chione walked over to the alpha's den. Their major den site was a rock formation that looked like a crescent moon, hence why they were called 'The Crescent Pack'.
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Bear smiled when she walked in "Chione, just the wolf I wanted to see."
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Chione bowed her head in respect and then smiled back. "Aren't I always?" she joked
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Bear laughed "Why yes I suppose so" he joked back, but after a minute he got a serious face on. "Listen, I need to ask a favor of you, but you need to actually listen," He said
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"What is it?" She asked cautiously but curiously.
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"I need you to lead Cliff's troop for a while. He was injured in the last attack and will need at least a few weeks to recover." He said
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Chione stiffened. He knew why she didn't want to be in any fights anymore, and usually, he respected that. "I-... Fine. But ONLY until he's healed, and then I'm off again." She said, leaving no room for argument.
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"Thank you, Chione. It will matter a lot to his troop." he said
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"Of course sir, anything else?" she asked
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"No, you may go if you like," He said kindly
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"Thank you sir" She said as she bowed her head again.
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