Redhawk Caldera beneath with me

"You can never have enough medics," Elwood agreed. He wholeheartedly believed that statement, too. Ashton had been a great healer and had been extremely beneficial to the pack -- until he disappeared abruptly. He had left the caldera in the lurch, so to speak, since there hadn't been any other wolves trained in medicine. So he was especially glad that both Tiger and Sebastian were interested in the trade.

Motioning for Tiger to continue walking with him, Elwood asked conversationally, "Do you need any help collecting herbs or anything? I know jack squat about medicine, but if you tell me what to look for, I can help you gather what you need." It was another excuse to keep Finley out of Tiger's mind -- at least for now -- and he honestly did want to help his sister-in-law.

When she agreed, they set off together, Tiger eagerly describing various plants to Elwood as they each scoured the ground with their eyes and noses.