Chapter Fourteen
Hope
Yo followed the nearly invisible tracks leading into the copse of sycamores behind the lodge. Presently, he sniffed out his friend"s whereabouts and ambled into the clearing. The big buck casually glanced at him, then went back to his grazing as Yo morphed out of his bear persona.
"I thought I"d find you here."
He took a seat on a fallen log, watching silently as the animal nosed beneath the leaves for a tidbit or two. Although the day was brisk, the trees managed to keep most of the wind at bay. Still, Yo knew he wouldn"t be able to remain naked to the chill for long. He"d soon have to revert back to his ursine self to preserve body heat.
"Nice rack you got on you this year," he casually commented.
The deer gave him a curious glance but continued feeding.
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