"We are currently in the Song Moon," Vex answered. "You can tell because the birds are screaming their heads off every morning at dawn. It is very annoying."
He sat back down on the rock, crossing his legs comfortably.
"The Song Moon and the upcoming Flower Moon... these are the moons of life," Vex explained, his voice taking on a slightly huskier tone. "It is what you might call 'Mating Season.'"
Ren gulped. "Mating Season?"
"Yes," Vex grinned. "The air is heavy with pollen and pheromones. The world wakes up. Males become aggressive and possessive. Females become... receptive. During these two moons, a female's body is most eager to catch a seed. The chances of falling pregnant now are ten times higher than in the Cold Nightmares."
Ren felt the blood drain from her face. She had arrived right at the start of this biological frenzy. No wonder everyone was trying to claim her.
