‘Any other questions?’
Everyone stared at him mutely.
‘Good. I suggest that you all go and get some rest – it’s going to be a long night.’
It was noon when they finally returned to the settlement. Krisis was the first to spot their return; the muscular dire wolf came bounding across the field towards them as they made their approach.
‘I have missed you, boy!’ he communicated telepathically whilst affectionately rubbing the dire wolf’s thick black fur, under his neck.
I have missed you, boy!Krisis pointed his nose towards the sky and opened his muzzle revealing his large pink tongue, as he continued to stroke the dire wolf enthusiastically. Rayna, too, crouched down and began stroking Krisis’ head – the dire wolf craved the affection.
After sating his companion’s needs, they contin
