Emberwood Come along now, run away from the hum-drum

His posture indicated no hostility, but Reverie remained wary. If a giant such as him should decide to rampage through their camp, there would be little she could do to stop him, and that alone was reason enough to fear the man. She would give him a chance, at least.

Reverie took a single step forward in spite of his silence, relaxing enough for a friendly sway to her tail. She'd had enough experience with those who spoke little or spoke differently to take this in stride, though it left her wondering how she might convey the reason for her wariness. Perhaps if she let him close enough to smell the pups on her fur...

Another step brought her closer, an imploring whine spilling from her lips; a question and a declaration of intent all at once. Friends?