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Titmouse looked embarrassed as he faced Elwood, explaining haltingly that there had been a mix-up. He frowned slightly, eyeing the pale-coated girl as she continued to expose her belly. Before Elwood could ask any questions of his nephew, Screech abruptly departed, leaving the Alpha and the interloper alone.

"Get up," he said, his voice stern yet not unkind. As she presumably righted herself, he continued, "We are going to war with another pack in just a few days. If you aren't a fighter, then I suggest you move along." With all that was about to happen, he didn't feel comfortable offering her a space in his ranks -- and while he didn't know the first thing about her, he wanted her to get as far away as possible, for her own safety.