Phoenix Maplewood Joining?

Running out of herbs in the dead of winter hadn't been a part of Reek's plan. He had stockpiled tirelessly during the fall and had built up a sizeable cache, but unexpected injuries sapped his supply much faster than he intended.  Worry gripped Reek now more than ever.  Saena, it seemed was healing well— but Scarlett, she still clung to life by a slowly fraying string. It was as if she were caught in a limbo between life and death, and his herbs were the only things that could tip the scale.

He stayed within earshot of his old den and infirmary at all times to moniter their condition.  Even though there was nothing more he could do, he felt his preasence would atleast bring his patients a level of ease. This comfort may have been all Scarlett had left. Despite his intention of staying close, a howl on the border from one of the newbies drew Reek's attention. The howl had been specifically tailored for himself or Ukko, so he knew whatever it was about, it had to be urgent business.

Knowing that he still had a pack to run, Reek stopped watching his patients and set off toward the border in a lope to find Spring and an unfamiliar wolf.

Despite Reek's small stature, he exuded strength. He approached with head held high and head erect. Dominance practically poured from every fiber of his being.  This was his territory after all, and those who traveled close needed to know this simple fact.  Turning to Spring, Reek asked, "What's her story?" in regards to the unfamiliar girl, while making utlimatly clear with his body that the unfamiliar wolf was to speak only when spoken to.