Blackfeather Woods I'm starting to notice a sound

Zephyr finally seemed to be aware that he was there, acknowledging him — sort of — with a very strange snarl. Taikon took a step back, unsure if the boy had turned violent with the mind-altering substance that stemmed from the tree. The prince noticed the dilation of his eyes, but this was trained as a sign of extreme stress or anger. There were teeth showing, and Taikon lifted one of his paws as though to back away more, unsure, brow furrowed in concern.
Then, Zephyr spoke a language he recognized. He didn't understand, but he knew how to say it, and hoped the boy would respond better when he did. Je ne parle pas la langue, he answered.