Dawnlark Plains Switchback

The Caru welcomed him warmly, then informed him that it would be his turn to lead their tracking mission.

Geez, mmkay, He replied, albeit a little astonished at first. However, once the prospect sat on his mind for a minute, he realized he’d been preparing for this moment, and was well-equipped to take charge—thanks to Masque’s training.

I’m ready. Lehh go. He added more confidently. With that, he joined in his sibling’s announcement to the Rise, grinning back at them before whipping around and loping off with a soft woof.

Time to shine.

The rest came naturally to him. Broken, trodded on grasses ahead alerted him to a spot where he knew the herd had stopped and grazed. He lingered there, intensely sniffing while also flicking back an ear to listen for Masque’s footsteps.