His response set her tail swaying with delight. At his question, she nodded without hesitation. This was how her people expressed connection, through the mingling of scents, a silent pledge of unity and loyalty. She had never been able to share such a bond before, which made the moment all the more precious. From now on, she would follow him faithfully, at least until he chose to send her away.

That thought carried its own weight, but she was prepared to face the challenges it brought. The anxiety of meeting others, of adapting to unfamiliar customs, still lingered like a shadow at the edge of her thoughts. Yet curiosity pressed her forward. She wanted to learn.

A grin spread across the ghost’s face as she circled him with playful energy, nipping at him lightly. Already she felt a lift in her spirit, a brightness she had never known. Her attention shifted to the direction he had indicated, the path leading to his kingdom. How far was it? How far had he drifted on his wanderings before finding her?

Her head tilted, ears twitching as she considered the journey. Should they set out now? Or did Duskbreaker still have unfinished business here? She turned her gaze back to the giant, her curiosity shining like a flame.