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He didn't like that word, nor the implication. Showing submission was not the same thing as weakness. Though she looked slenderer than he preferred, she was young and seemed to be in decent shape. Depending on her skills, there was definitely potential there. But she quickly crushed any possibility of recruitment on either side by mentioning Ankyra Sound. The pack's name brought a slew of bitter feelings boiling to the surface, causing the Alpha's jaw muscles to tighten almost 'til breaking.

She tensed too, as if sensing his distaste. Peregrine did not deign to chase her away, however. "That place still exists?" he spat quietly, shaking his head. "I'm going to have to ask you to leave then." His voice was firm, though not particularly aggressive. He hoped she would maintain her respectful demeanor and make herself scarce. Although she didn't know it, Peregrine wasn't sure he could actually chase her, if push came to shove. He was still perfecting the art of running half-blind.