Moonspear sunshine through the rain and snow

Hydra, sharp-eyed though she was, did not suspect Katya of anything ill and was none the wiser that she had caught her unawares here and now. When greeted, Hydra's tail waved in a loose, happy tandem behind her as she paused to sniff at her. Hydra thought she detected scents beyond the familiar scope of what she knew to be in the Wilderness, but was not certain of it. You, as well, she rejoined, licking her chops. 

What have you discovered? the matriarch inquired, her low voice warm; she was referring, of course, to the myriad of scents that lingered upon her. Hydra was happy that she had returned to them well and in good health, but there was a mystery present upon Katya's coat that came with those scents that Hydra was curious about. Taking some steps forward and inclining her muzzle to indicate that she would be joining Katya in her present pursuits, Hydra paused only to wait for Katya to move along with her.