Noctisardor Bypass High and Dry

It was with trembling paws and shuddery breaths that he waited. In the tree line. He had attempted to leave the small square of forest. Go towards Anselm and Suzu. He was not afraid of the man. Etienne didn't fear much in the usual sense. No he was afraid of what that man could do to those he loved. Himself. It wasn't a big deal. He wasn't even as offended amymore at his own wounds. But that Glaukos had hurt Anselm. That he couldn't forgive.

He saw the two walking forward and was swift to them and in their space. Sniffing over both of them. Peering at them with golden eyes. And only when he was sure neither was hurt would he back off.