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she gave him leave to go. shardul showed his teeth unto the wolf-woman in a smirk of disgust and dark amusement; a moment before, he had sensed her nearness unto fear. it was only with the calling of her dogs that she gleaned such confidence, to command him and offer shardul the mercy he surely would not have showed. to timber he gave another look; then to the beast that threatened him with bared fang, and the second who snarled a wordless warning.

the silver cat was greatly tempted to attack, but knew it would end quite badly for himself, even if he were to score marks upon the three jackals. and he would not have his companion mauled; she had been a good and faithful servant these past months. "very well," shardul purred in tones that dripped with poisoned honey. "we shalt depart thee." he did not taunt her, nor did he make mention of his intentions to return.

the argent cat began to back for the shadows, knowing that timber would follow suit, but his eyes burned with hatred and vengeance toward the wolfess.