Emrik followed the man's gaze, never having looked far enough to see the plateau. Although he was sure Speedy had mentioned it was a good place to find herbs. "I think it's close enough." Em laughed slightly, and gave his companion a grand smile. "So what brings you down to our level, Howl? Finding himself on the water's edge, Emrik was reminded by his original intention's. Dipping his head he lapped up the cool water. It was still the early days of spring, and the water was chilled by snow further north. Making it perfect for the sunny day.
Trying to clean up Howl's threads. Not asking for a quick stop or anything but just something to keep in mind :)
"Oh I haven't been on the plateau for some time. I actually left Teekon for a bit as well. I returned to revisit some familiar places and people and ran into Ira. She let me know there had been earthquakes in my absence and I felt the need to stick around and help in any way I could. I'm used to more mercenary or scouting work but Ira asked for more domestic help, so that's what I'm going to try and do." he explained simplifying his last few years with a smile. He wanted to be upfront and honest, hoping that would win over the members of the pack so he could do his task more easily as he hadn't focused on it prior. As they reached the water's edge and seeing Emrik go down for a drink Howl thought it might also be a good idea to indulge for when he ended up continuing on in his patrol. "And yourself? I take it you've been here a while, and if you injured yourself on the hunting trail... is that your preferred profession?" he asked once he had a chance to gulp down some water.
we can wrap this up if you want
Emrik nodded with a smile,
"Well we appreciate your help, a lot has happened in a short period of time. I'm glad you stuck around." He had a good feeling about this man, glad to have yet another capable packmate.
"I've been here a little while. I was originally a visitor. Speedy, the pack medic, we grew up together. But in the end I decided to come back and stay." Emrik offered a little of his own story, reciprocating.
"Hunting? No! I'm mediocre at best." Emrik laughed at the thought,
"No, I'm more of the scouting type. I've never been once to stay still for very long." Looking up to the sky, Emrik figured he should get back, before Speedy's realized he was gone.
"Well Howl, unfortunately, my mate will be looking for me if I stay here to long. And I can tell you right now, she will not be happy if she catches me this far from the den." He was still recovering after all, and Speedy was exremely protective of her patience. Especially when that patient was him.
"I best be off." Turning toward the den,
"I'll see you around?"