Stone Circle trouble me

The male's expression changed only infinitessimally when she gave her pedigree - she was from a pureblooded pack, apparently, but King had no idea what that could mean - but remained otherwise one of polite interest. Part of him wanted to ask more on the subject, but he didn't want to make a fool of himself (again) either.

His expression did change to one of slight embarrassment as she commented on his name. "You forgot the pause - King, of Elkbone-by-the-Mountain. It's a name, not a title," he gently teased, sensing that she'd gotten this already but desiring to clear up any confusion all the same. "Pleased to meet you, Ira," he added, tail wagging in all sincerity as their rapport continued. "You weren't part of the kerfuffle that met me on the borders, were you? But you look like a warrior - I can't imagine you missed the commotion or just decided to let everyone else handle it."