Later Kodi was taking a nap on the porch of his house when Balto walked up to him.
"Kodi," said Balto.
Kodi woke up. "Hi, dad," he said.
"I'm trying to find Aleu," said Balto. "I checked the boat, but she wasn't there. Do you know where she is?" He sounded worried.
"Last time I saw her she was with Kirby," Kodi said. Kodi figured he probably shouldn't tell his dad about Aleu and Kirby yet. He knew his dad would only freak out about it.
Balto sighed with relief. "Okay," he said. "I was worried she might have left Nome."
"I don't think you have to worry about that now, Dad," said Kodi.
Balto smiled. "So Aleu's not feeling bad anymore?" he asked.
"Nope," said Kodi.
Balto looked at him inquisitively. "There's something you're not telling me," he said.
"I don't know anything about Aleu," said Kodi, starting to panic. He realized he had slipped up.
Balto narrowed his eyes. "What's wrong with Aleu?" he demanded.
Kodi gulped. "Okay, look, dad," said Kodi. "Don't freak out, but Aleu and Kirby are dating."
Balto's eyes grew wide. "WHAT?" he exclaimed. "Where are they now?"
"I don't know," said Kodi.
Balto took off running away from Kodi's house.
"Oh boy," said Kodi.