Greatwater Lake The Hanging Tree

He saw her tail? Her head turned to look at the silvery appendage limp against her hind quarters. Looking back at him, Catori remained quiet for a moment, thinking of how she would respond. If she said nothing, he might go away, but his bluff intrigued her. Was he trying to scare her? The female wanted to find out, which was against her better judgement. Then again, she has struck out on her own to experience the world and the beings in it.

"And I can see through you." The counter was vague but she meant it to mean she could see through his bluff. She was unafraid of his reaction, inheriting a strong and courageous heart from her parents. No doubt, this would get her into trouble one day but for now, it served her well.