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Liffey's initial approach didn't draw Breccan's attention -- he was much too busy digging a hole in the hard, rocky dirt a short distance away -- but when he saw movement out of the corner of his eye and noticed that there were other wolves with her, he looked up sharply. With mud on his muzzle and his paws, he watched as Liffey was accompanied by Deshyr and two unfamiliar adults.

When Liffey spotted him, she beckoned him to approach. Unlike Remi and Wisp, who seemed a little wary of the strangers, Breccan strode toward them with confidence. His ears were pricked and his tail curled over his back, though not in an aggressive manner. "These are your grandparents. My mom and dad," his mother said, and his gaze shifted to the two grey-pelted grown-ups. They did seem to be older than Liffey, and there was something friendly and warm about them, so the naturally bold Breccan immediately felt at ease in their presence.

"I'm Breccan," he said, then, after an inquisitive sniff, he asked, "Where d'you live?"