Willows

He carried his end of the burden contentedly, tail wagging amiably until they reached the border, setting the carcass down as she did and stepping back.

He grinned down at the young fighter-healer, eyes glinting. “No problem. I like being helpful.”

He stretched with an arch to his back and cocked his head with a grin at her as he added, “Good luck with your training, Lia.” His bi-chocolate tail swayed cheerily as he shifted toward the north, thought he waited and watched to be utterly certain she made it across the border before he padded off on his way home, throwing a last glance after the girl.

It took a good while to circle around the pack border until he was able to angle toward home without trespassing. And then, it was a long trip homeward.

-Exit Cairo-

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