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For how unsneaky Luke was about approaching other wolves, it occurred to him that he startled them quite often. Although he was not particularly wary, not always on high alert like some, he tended to notice someone else's presence, be it just by scent or sound, before they could surprise him by suddenly appearing. He was about to offer a sheepish apology, when the other fellow started to apologize himself.

"Oh, no worries," Luke replied with a smile, his tail continuing to wag. "I did not realize I was so stealthy. I wonder how badly I could scare someone if I actually tried," he chuckled, his smile broadening into a playful grin. "Name's Luke," he went on. "I don't live anywhere particular either, but I prefer it down there," he gestured with his muzzle, "to up here."