Neverwinter Forest But while I watch her grow

“Mm,” he huffed quietly, dipping his head in gratitude. “Thank you.” He leaned down, taking a careful bite. Blood coated his tongue, still warm enough to taste fresh. Each chew was slow, measured, a wave of relief settling in his chest. He hadn’t realized how hungry he was.

When she prompted him with that single word, he lifted his muzzle, licking stray blood from his lips. “Scouting,” he echoed, wiping the back of his paw across his muzzle. His gaze flicked to her face, then quickly away, a faint flush warming his cheeks beneath thick fur. “I walk. Look for changes. Smell if new wolves come. Any trouble.”

He swallowed the last chunk he’d torn loose, amber eyes drifting back to Eydis. “Didn’t notice anything bad today, no strangers. All quiet.”