Willows

The clearing exploded into action as the three deer bolted, two heading off into safety, and the target being driven toward his spot. He watched, muscles tensing in preparation, until he spotted the young buck starting to look for a way out and veer off course.

Malalia was on point, though, and the buck was forced to alter its course, right into Cairo’s position.

Cai pushed off with a huff, and the deer startled at the larger wolf exploding from the foliage right in front of it. His bite landed a bit low and he hung on tight, letting his weight drag on the buck. It wasn’t quite enough to drop the deer, but its neck was open for Malalia if she could get there before Cai readjusted.

As it was, he snagged a kick on one lower hip from the flailing front hooves, sharp enough that he felt the sting of parted flesh. He winced slightly, but held on, eyes flicking around for Malalia as he sought to grapple a foreleg with his own.

Walk ---- "Speak" ---- "Hear" ---- Think