Ocean's Breath Plateau chamak

he noticed his question went unanswered, but paid it no heed; the man's mind was clearly—and rightfully—focused on the threat to their pack. as they approached the den, the mingled scents grew stronger—and adi recognized that of the young brave one's, too.

. . .trailing away?

anyone here? aditya called out, slowly moving toward the small hollow where the boy made his home. he was only somewhat familiar with the youngster from various, sporadic interactions. brave one?

he pulled his head from the den and looked at rodyn, frowning. his scent leads that way, adi remarked, nodding down the path. as do the others.

had brave one been taken—or gone willingly? there was, after all, no sign of a struggle.