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Despite what she perceived to be nervousness, she still regarded him with some suspicion. You could just never be sure in times like these when prey was scarce and everyone was on edge. But intrigue diminished her irritation a little. His offer was generous; it implied that he could be molded into whatever Diaspora needed. She considered his words for a few quiet moments, gaze never leaving the stranger. Right now, we need wolves to help us protect the pack. The earth had been silently lately, but there was still no prey and an unknown thief stealing what little little they had managed to store in their caches. Have you ever fought to protect something before? she asked, studying him. He looked young but not too young; he definitely seemed old enough to have some experience, she thought