here goes nothing

Scowling and annoyed for reasons even he didn't fully understand, Strai made his way to the stream and sought out the scent of deer. He knew he was lucky when he found a trail that led him just a little further around a bend. The herd grazed there, enjoying patches of grass, and some warm splashes of sunlight. 


A quick scan found an older reindeer near the outskirts of the herd. That would be his victim. He made a long track around the herd, carefully not to prematurely spook them.


When he was ready, he charged out of cover with a howl, puffing himself up. When the herd spooked, he cut the older deer off from joining them. Driving him away, and towards where he had left Spider. This plan better work…