Ouroboros Spine what big claws you have!

Valiant had been looking for the boy, actually. He'd slated himself to walk a few patrols, but had found himself wanting for company while he was at it. It'd taken him this long to realize that he could have company, if he sought it out — and bringing the boy along was an important part of his pack education.

The call, however, galvanized his leisurely search. He hurried to the cub's side, not yet sure what was the matter. He'd called for multiple wolves, so Valiant didn't press for information quite yet. Only asked,

"You alright?"

giving the boy a worried, up-and-down sort of look. When he discovered no injuries, he was able to relax just a fraction.