Free Air Chapter 14 - The Beast of the Corral

In which a morning misty with frost and the bracing air of the mountains finds Milt and Claire confronting a boldly unperturbed bear, and the somber loss of a feline companion gently deepens their quiet companionship amid the rugged beauty surrounding them. Meanwhile, under the watchful eye of Claire’s father, Milt’s ambitions and intentions are measured with a blend of paternal concern and reluctant approval, as the tender dance of their acquaintance unfolds with the careful steps of budding familiarity.