Redtail Rise II

The woman's words do not change the expression upon his face.

He did not care how she felt, nor how far she'd travelled. Only if the others followed. Tulimaq wondered where the anneriwok were - had she left them with his second? He drew breaths, tasting her scent. Striding around her, half expectant and half predatory, and spared a small look at the white giant who lingered near.

He motioned dismissively to the boy and focused once more upon Kanuk.

There is an issumatar here. A girl who could become one, anyway. She is much like our people and she entertains me. He spoke of Avicus openly.

She needs those who can shed blood on command. He need not tell her outright to stay, as Kanuk had always been a good dog. He only needed to tug on the leash.