Redsand Canyon Two Steps Back, One Step Forward

Since her arrival, Pala had not once stepped away from the vale.

She had observed the dynamics of the wolves within, stalked the borders and, for the most part, kept to herself. Yet things had grown tense - enough that even she had to take some time to herself.

Viskani was a strong woman - one Pala had grown to respect. But even she had been surprised when she opted to allow the other members to choose her Iris. A punishment to her two candidates, surely. She understood it. Neither Chesley nor Tousaint were the most appealing personalities - to her at least. They deserved to be taken down a notch.

But now Tousaint had disappeared - and with no word from Viskani they could only wait. She had not said if she knew where he had gone, or if they would wait for him to return. But the position did not have to be filled until the winter arrived. There was time.

Pala hoped for someone more humble to join. Someone Viskani would take a liking to - enough to become the new candidate.