i ate his liver

Viggo had no doubt in Ptarmigan's claim, nor was he aware of the doubt of Andrus. He did know, however, that there would be those who would contest her leadership. There were always followers who did not see that they should follow, and that was why Viggo was at her side right now. He wished to ensure that Ptarmigan was put where she was meant to be: right at the top of this pack. It was her right, and Viggo intended to make the others see it.

When they reached another trio of (admittedly stinky) wolves, Viggo took his stance at Ptarmigan's shoulder, his tail raised just below her own. As far as he was concerned, it was Andrus and he who ranked just below the Endore girl. They were the only ones who had voiced their loyalty thus far, so it seemed only natural that they should be rewarded for it.