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Despite FitzDutiful's words that he didn't mind Ovaltine being on the borders, he was still wary. If the wolf had decided not to move on then FitzDutiful would have had a lookout somewhere nearby at all times until the stranger did move onwards. Ovaltine might not seem like a problem but sometimes one could spring up when least expected.

It seemed as though the drifter had picked up on that though, for he soon said his farewells and headed off. FitzDutiful briefly thought about replying that he could return if he wished for winter, but he had just had a winter where most of the wolves had left when better weather came about. He wasn't sure if he was willing to repeat that experience. Not until there was a dedicated core anyway. He wanted a dedicated pack, not ones with wanderlust.

Making sure Ovaltine had left, FitzDutiful continued on with his outer border patrol.