Silver Creek when you take the king's shilling

Heston listened to the man speak, and was impressed by his formality. It was no wonder he was chosen to reach out to Silver Creek. He listened with interest as the man spoke of the pack to the East and Heston glanced the direction of his gesture. He was pleased by the greeting and thought it a good start to a potential relationship. Heston nods at the mention of an alliance, but does not speak one way or the other just yet.

"Nice to meet you Arturo. Of Teaghlaigh, you said? You are certainly off to a good start towards friendship by offering a greeting." He didn't trust the man yet, though, polite as he seemed. Nor did he trust the pack. It would take time and interaction to cross those bridges, but Heston was not opposed to attempting to make a connection. "I can't speak for an alliance just yet, not without talking to my mate about it. It is something we might consider in the future, if the relationship between the packs continues to thrive." He glanced to Skylaris then, content to show the man King Elk Forest, to claim it as hunting ground. Their markers were present near enough to it, but it couldn't hurt to point it out to the man and walk him around the perimeter. "I'll take you to our grounds, and you can tell me more of your home."

His voice lowered so that only Sky might hear him. "Would you prefer to go back and rest or come along with us?" Her attempt was well noticed, even if he would have rathered her walked around within the safety of the Creek. He wasn't going to insult her by sending her away. On one hand, he would prefer to escort her back to her den and on the other he'd rather her not tire herself by coming along.

She wasn't only pregnant, but she was adjusting to having one less limb. He was quiet as he waited for an answer, but then, before she could speak, he added. "If you're wanting to prove yourself wait until after the birth. You've got nothing to prove to us, as it is Sky, but you'll have plenty of opportunity later if that's what you insist on doing." He raised a brow at her, and offered a soft smile. "Enjoy your pregnancy before it's over, hm?"