Permafrost Hollows begin again

skipping imaq with permission <3

the small gesture goes ignored, but not unnoticed; zephyr has no interest in playing the game of dominance with this man. especially given the words that follow, and the flicker of life they inspire within the wraith. i would like to hear more of your pack, if i may, he starts, polite and level, continuing smoothly into his own specific interests. of your goals, your leaders — whether you might have need of another warrior or scout in your ranks. returning to the taiga has renewed my love of the land, i admit, but i have no interest in staking my own claim. a slight pause, barely a breath; less than a second. my name is zephyr; perhaps, if our goals align, i could pledge myself to strengthening yours instead.