Merrill was not a big reader of wolves, but even she could spy a tired soul when she saw one. "I also suppose you can stay behind and catch your breath, help guard those settled in here," she said, "an equally important job in these days and times." With one alpha still haphazardly recovering and most of the able-bodied wolves going to the hunt, someone would have to stay and watch over those left behind. The beta turned to Chivosi with a small nod. "Eat what you caught with the rest. We will be back shortly. Off we go!" she barked, getting to her paws and stretching slightly.
She also eyed Verse. "Mind yourself," she reminded him with another quick nuzzle. "I will be back soon." With that, she flagged her tail for the six others to follow and trotted away from the encampment towards the forest.