Beta Tetra was in deep thought when Alpha Aspen found him playing with the stones at the shore. He lowered himself beside his brother and as always, without saying a word, the alpha placed his head on his brother's shoulder.
"Did you notice anything about the stranger?" Asked Beta Tetra.
"No." He replied and lifted his head from Beta Tetra's shoulder. The alpha stood easily with no help as he always needed. Surprising Beta Tetra. He shoot on his feet faster and held on to him asking if he was okay.
"I think I am dying soon." The alpha said nonchalantly.
The alpha laughed when Beta Tetra shook his head vigorously claiming he shouldn't say something scary like that. The alpha patted him and asked when they went for a ride last. Beta Tetra said no and informed him they should get inside the packhouse and rest.