Dhaska didn’t mask his expression, it was undoubtedly admirable for her to have made it this far, but he couldn’t shower her with too much praise… He had yet to see her prove she wasn’t simply begging everyone for food. Not to say that wasn’t a valid way to survive, but it wasn’t exactly the type of packmate he was seeking. He’d be a little more impressed if he saw her actually pulling her weight.

Same, he answered, his gaze softening into something a hint sadder as his mind wandered towards the past, I… Had a pack. Hell if I know what happened to ‘em.

He neglected to mention that he had many, many children and two ex-wives. She didn’t necessarily have to know that.

He quickly changed the subject before she thought to ask, You from around here?