Sequoia Coast an only child of the universe

The stranger did not answer, but instead echoed her own question, playfully. He prowls a step closer, and the wariness is back, wondering if he is one of those Blackfeather wolves, playing at being nice before murdering her. But this is a loner (or is it?) and he carries no pack scent; surely she is overreacting (is she?) The wariness has her reply a bit more curtly. "I asked you first." 

She finds it odd that he doesn't pursue his original request for help, instead choosing to ask of her. She almost answers, but the words die on her tongue as she shifts, regarding him carefully.