Ankyra Sound the long way round

Her first instinct was to assure him that everyone in Drageda would welcome him right off the bat. But she would be doing both Eljay and the pack a disservice if she wasn't forthright. His acceptance was highly conditional on more than just his relationship to the Feisripa. She could and would vouch for him but it came down to what Eljay himself could contribute.

Patiently, she explained, "That's why I asked you about your skills. If you can pull your weight, we'll want to have you. But you have to be able to do that." Her chestnut eyes were gentle as they bored into him, trying to convey the weight of the matter. "Do you think you can promise that? I know you've struggled with confidence, Eljay, but I think you have a lot to offer. You just need to be aware of your own assets and make sure to put them out there."