better and better (joining)

Charon was pleased that the stranger submitted to him, as asked of him. With his healing wounds he may look beatable in a fight, and while Charon would fight tooth and nail to maintain his position as future Alpha, the yearling wasn't keen on a fight. Luckily there wasn't going to be one, and the fact that this Adya fellow knew his place gave him a head start at being a good addition to the pack.

Adya explained a thing or two about his hunting capabilities, but Charon's real interest was piqued when he mentioned the stars. He had to keep himself from excitedly asking Adya to tell him a story — that could wait. "Our pack is small, and we're soon going to move to a better territory for winter and join up with another pack. You're welcome to join us, since you sound like you can take care of yourself and the pack, Adya." Charon smiled confidently and then said: "I'd love to hear what you know about the stars sometime." The yearling stepped forward and briefly touched his nose to Adya's shoulder as a welcoming gesture.