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Caedes could feel the boy's keen interest, his unwavering gaze locked onto his face as he absorbed the information eagerly. It was clear the boy had questions, a thirst for knowledge burning within him. With a deliberate motion, Caedes plucked a sprig of wolfsbane and presented it to the boy, laying it gently on the ground between them. "It has various uses," Caedes explained in his characteristic low rumble. "Aside from its toxic properties, wolfsbane can be utilized in herbal remedies and potions, provided it's handled with care. It possesses the ability to slow the heart, disrupt the nervous system, and even halt the lungs. However, in small quantities and when properly administered, it can also be used to treat certain ailments." Having finished his explanation, Caedes carefully returned the sprig of wolfsbane to his collection hide, preparing it for transport to his stores.

As Cadaver introduced himself, Caedes nodded in acknowledgment. "Caedes," He replied, his voice steady and measured. Then, a trace of curiosity crept into his demeanor as he regarded the young boy. "You are young, KD. Why are you alone?" The question hung in the air, accompanied by a faint hint of interest from the typically stoic brute.