Bramblepoint With the new day comes new strength

She nodded silently in understanding. The food was not for him, but for his pack. Her respect for him moved up one spot. He seemed to have no problem with keeping up his end of the bargain, either. Her tail wagged as she stood, waiting for him to lead the way. She would keep several feet between them as they walked, but she was less anxious than when they first met. 

They reached the stream and she continued to follow his lead in crossing it. She didn't speak as they made their way on the other side. She didn't figure it would be very far, so she interested herself in looking around the area. She wanted to know if there were any other animals that might disturb her sleep. Though, if it was secluded enough, she hoped no one would find her at all.