They had been simply walking, like almost every day since their arrival here in the mountains. Though it was surprising to see another face at once. This time not a stranger to both of them, only to the dark queen, as Cog greeted her. Just as she was going to introduce herself, her lover had already done it, as well as revealed the name of the not-so-stranger. The stranger greeted her, and her submission was a good start. It showed that this wolf respected the hierarchy, something that not all wolves possessed. Malice raised her tale slightly higher, though a smile could be spotted on her muzzle as she spoke.

Hello, and welcome, Sage. She started, walking a bit closer to her to inspect her physical state and to get a better sniff of her scent. What are your skills, or the skills you wish to have in the future? She asked the girl, knowing that traits were highly valued, though not necessary, for a good working pack.

She mentioned a spy trait, something very useful to a pack. They were able to get information for the others, alerting them when another pack is planning an attack of some sort. She wondered however what kind of Naturalist this wolf wanted to be, but that would come later. For now it didn't matter to her anymore. Clearly she had some talent in hunting and fighting, but those were musts for a lone wolf. And seeing as how she was in good state, the queen didn't doubt it one bit.

Those are some interesting fields to build upon. She commented, giving the girl a small nudge on her shoulder as a sign of trust. You are welcome to rule the canyons with us, if you swear loyalty to the pack and it's members. Perhaps they could both learn something from each other. She returned to her spot beside Cog, giving him a small lick on his muzzle as a "good job".