Redhawk Caldera You were lookin' at me [M]

As Finley slowed down and eventually stopped, Elwood followed her lead. He had started out leading the "hunt," but he was happy to pass the responsibility to her. "We're looking to make sure the coast is clear," she instructed, and he nodded his agreement. He didn't notice that she was purposefully looking away from him; instead, he lowered his head to the ground and began to sniff, as though searching for any scents that would betray the presence of whatever mysterious creature they had been searching for but now appeared to be avoiding.

He made a show of investigating the vicinity, straying a few feet from Finley's side before circling back towards her. Looking around, he established that they really were alone -- there was no wildlife to be seen. Even the birds that were likely in the trees overhead were quiet. "I think we're safe..." he murmured as he closed the gap between them.