Shadow Mountain sunflower still grows at night

The echoed display of dominance enticed Shadow. It was impressive and brought forth an inward smile, though his outer expression remained blank. Let's play along, he thought. The midnight gaze through which he stared tightened its focus. I..., Shadow sighed, It is possible, yes. 

A wry smile dressed his maw. There is another settlement, he said. His head turned halfway to point eastward, though one eye remained on the stranger. Look there, traveller. 

Shadow stretched downward and gave a wide yawn to communicate his disinterest in conflict. This act was ended with him sat on his haunches. I apologize, Shadow said, You worried me because you are close to my home.