Bearclaw Valley A Feast for All!

Xan watched, both with anticipation and curiosity, as the other two children tried the food that had been offered to them. His odd eyes flickered between their faces, watching the expressions they gave off. His own face took on a smug look, as was usual for the child, when he was given the impression that they didn't like the weird new food. That just meant he could have it all, which sounded fine by him. He hadn't wanted to share, anyways, and was glad he would not be forced to. That joy faltered, however, as he watched the large girl's retreating form. His eyes narrowed, watching every step she took once he'd realized the direction she was heading in. Was her destination his mom, or the food she had provided? It was a foolish question, he reminded himself, since there was only one thing that drove the girl, and that thing was food. The boy huffed as his suspicions were confirmed, and he watched in both disgust and annoyance as the mommy-thief started eating the meat. A second passed, and he found his gaze being pulled to the movement of something else—or, rather, someone else.

Staying where he was, the young Inuit watched as his sister ran after the other girl, and couldn't help but grin when he saw her lunging towards her. If he'd had any doubts about his relation to the light grey child before, they'd all been washed away with her actions. He wanted to join, too, but then who would protect the fish and his dad? Frowning, the boy looked between the two directions, before decided he'd be safe to chase after. Taking a few more bites of the fish, and then giving a glance in Leo's direction to ensure he stayed put, Xan rushed forward to aid his mighty sister. It'd be like his 'playing' with the lion child, except he would probably need to be a bit rougher. Desna was a giant, after all, and didn't seem like she'd be easily put in place. No matter, the boy continued forward, circling the two girls as he awaited an opening for the darker one's ears. It was a cheap shot, usually, but she needed to learn she couldn't steal food that wasn't hers. "Desna's in trouble," he pointed out, grinning all the while.