The Fool (joining)

Elwood listened patiently as Darrah spoke. He was sympathetic, but at the same time he was uncertain. Would Fox and Peregrine see the benefit in allowing an older wolf to join their ranks? He feared that she would be a drain on their resources without providing anything in turn. The Beta male started to shake his head slowly, but Darrah's demeanor suddenly changed. There was a new sharpness in her voice, and her eyes -- though faded -- held a glint of determination.

He couldn't stop the corner of his lips from turning up. There was still a good deal of fire and spirit in the elderly female's soul, and he realized that although it was likely she would live out her days with Redhawk Caldera, she wouldn't go down without a fight. "Okay, no pity for you then," he quipped with a good natured smile. He then lowered himself to his haunches, preparing to press Darrah a little further before giving her the green light.

"You seem to have a lot of life experience. Tell me more about yourself, and what you can do to benefit our pack," he said, his tone and expression indicating that she had his undivided attention.