Hideaway Strath we do have a protection plan

She followed along without question. Good. He had no time, nor patience to argue over any simple thing.

Making an exception for her smaller stature, the jarl did not move too quickly, in fact taking shorter strides. There was no purpose to this venture if Skelle could not keep up with him.

Unlike most of the other packs within these wilds, we are a bit more confined to our own space. None border us, fewer to be considered even relatively close to strath. This comes as our advantage... but make no mistake — we should never be less vigilant.

Packs had a tendency to sprout left and right. Even if careful, there was always the chance that one were to appear out of thin air and bite them in the rear.

When patrolling, it is wisest to follow the tree-line closely. Once you have reached the stream, you will know you have reached the strath's end. Not with concern, but of curiosity, Arashi peered behind his shoulder. Was the girl truly listening, or were his words all for naught?