Alessa had woken up from the dogs arguing. The timid pup grabbed her toy and shifted to the back of the den. Her bright golden eyes shone in the darkness. Once Koda had left, she wearily moved back to her original spot. Alessa laid down with Scarlett and nuzzled the toy. She didn't understand why they were arguing; all she knew was that she didn't like it.
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Maria glanced over to Koda and flicked her tail. She wasn't as afraid of the humans as the others were. Henry looked to Koda, then to his mate and pups. "Can you walk?" he asked her gently. Mary was tired and sore, but she forced herself onto her paws. "I-I believe so..." she whispered. Mary was a bit shaky and Henry let her lean against him. "I'll carry you back." he said, "Maria, can you grab the pups?" "I can walk..." insisted Mary, huffing a little. She hated to be babied in any way. "Fine, walk to Maria in a straight line." said Henry, allowing her to prove herself. Mary flicked her tail as she walked to Maria. She stumbled a little and had to sit down about half way there. Henry strolled to his mate and got her onto his back. Maria walked to the bundle of pups, then gently picked them up by their scruffs.