Like a Stone

Vale was hesitant in following his friend again, oh no not after last time. With the herbs doing their work in his system, he felt rejuvenated, running after Elias. Tongue lolled from his mouth as he struggled to keep up, the broken toes still causing some issue with his movement. He was determined though, it appeared to be contagious as it was radiating from Elias. What was the brute all excited for now? Hopefully, he didn't have anything else wild planned for the two of them. Vale wasn't so sure he could take too much more excitement, at least not until he had healed.

As they neared the cave's entrance, brute felt much more comfortable. Finally, he'd have a resting place to really let these wounds heal. He was more than appreciative of Elias and the stranger's help, but Vale wasn't quite sure how to express his gratitude. As the man began through the entrance, he was interrupted by movement. Of course, Elias had to pick the cave with someone already living there. Flaxen orbs searched the cave for this creature, but they must have been well hidden. His gaze met with that of another big creature. Was it a wolf? Before the man got a chance to turn back to warn Elias, the creature made its move. A large black cougar emerged from the shadows, and a low growl escaped the beast.

Vale countered with his own growl before it lunged for him. He managed to move out of the way slightly avoiding any bites to his neck area. He'd learned his lesson, and he wouldn't be stuck in that predicament again. Eyes narrowed and his skull lowered, protecting his vital areas as he quickly turned to face the beast. He didn't quite have the violent feeling he had with his psychotic break earlier, but there was definitely a rage building inside of him. Lips curled as he snarled at the creature, hackles raised and his spine aligned with his skull as he'd seen Elias do in their own spar. As much as he might like to avoid the idea, his new friend had taught him a lot with their one fight. He was waiting for the beast to strike again before he would make his next move.

As the cougar went for his right side, Vale let his rear be exposed so that he might grab hold to the creatures own side. Their teeth hit flesh almost in sync, as Vale felt a stinging in he rear he also tasted the creatures warm blood. It spilled into his mouth steadily as his massive jaws made their hold a little tighter. His tolerance to the pain was back, Vale's laughter was only muffled by the creatures thick flesh. Vale thrashed violently from side to side, hoping to tear the flesh loose a bit, surely sending this large cat into a frenzy. Its grip loosened as Vale did so, and the cat cried out in pain. Hopefully, that would be enough to encourage Elias into the cave, he could use the brutes help if they were gonna take this big thing down.

"Talk."