Boiko grinned in pleasure. I observe. I'm a very good observer. He settled beside Natalya. You know, I . . . I find you very pretty. And . . . I'd like, quite frankly, to be . . . well, to make a life with you. . . . But, I couldn't leave Tarben, and I don't want you to transfer packs to come to Tarben. Boiko flushed with his confession.
I think it's wonderful, and I think we won't have a chance like this again. You wanna go? Natalya's words were music to his ears. Do I ever. Boiko launched to his feet, straddling her as she made a cute squeak.

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His father's call ripped through the air. Boiko froze. I need to go, Natalya. See you soon, my girl? He slipped out without waiting to hear her respond.