Dragoncrest Cliffs son of none

One of his ears swiveled back towards the sound of Mallaidh's steps, but his gaze remained on the stranger as he began to explain that he would like a place to stay and then proceeded to list his skills. It was much like any other conversation between a leader and a potential recruit, except for the way the dark male looked at the commander after he had spoken his piece. The lack of expression paired with the intensity of the male's gaze was disconcerting and somewhat confusing, and suspicion painted East's face.

He heard the shift in the commander's tone and tensed a little. Her words were curt, but he felt it was warranted. Unsure how the stranger would take her frankness, East took a couple steps forward, still remaining behind Blixen but close enough to take action should the situation go south.