Bearclaw Valley Information Gained is Another Way to Get Stronger

"i don't think so, either." skoll was not built like a ferocious character, but the sinewy strength in the man reminded merrick always of his blackbird. she had no hulk to her trim frame, and she had shed as much blood as he — more, now. more bodies beneath the snap of her belt.
he grinned.
"no reason not to foster an alliance, even if they are small. you have my blessing to do whatever you need. whatever you want," he added, a glint lighting a blaze of momentary fire in his remaining eye.