I suppose this is another meeting [P]

His steps were quiet, carefully placed so only the grass was briefly disturbed. His body swayed slightly with each step, muscles tight beneath his thin white pelt. It had become a habit of his to take a small stroll early in the morning, often before the rest of the pack had woken from their slumbers. Other times, such as this, he had something to attend to that kept him from taking his morning walk. As soon as it had been settled, he slipped into the foliage, disappearing from sight.

The Black Pool was his primary destination, always visited first and foremost. There was no reason to it, as he only paused his stroll long enough to stare into the murky water, thinking about everything and yet nothing. Then he turned away and carried on, the scout in him telling him to check the nearest border, even though he knew a patrol had left only moments before he had.

His steps slowed to a halt, his nostrils flaring as he took in a deep breath. With the benefit of the slight breeze blowing in his direction, he managed to catch the scent of one of his own. This was not surprising, yet he treated it like any other encounter. He kept his distance, tracking the scent until the white fur of a female dog could be seen among the trees. Then he stopped and simply watched.

Finding nothing of interest from his present position, Jericho allowed his paws to carry him forward. There was still great care in his gait, letting him glide across the forest floor with minimal effort and sound. "Come here often?" His voice was low and hushed, as if he did not want to disturb the forest.

ooc: so smooth jericho
tag: Zara

Cropped ears twitched as the large male slowly slunk closer to the hunter. He kept his distance, both out of respect for personal space and for his own comfort. His tail hung low while his head lifted high. He stopped his steps as Zara looked his way, and he held his gaze steady.

"This place must hold significance, then." Jericho turned his head, taking in a deep breath. Despite her beloved darkness, even he could see the faint light filtering in through the canopy overhead. Even in a dark forest, there was light. The sun would make sure of that, especially as the winter months strip the trees of their leaves. Jericho let out the breath he had been holding as a sigh, and pale blue eyes turned to focus on the female.

"If you don't have plans," the alpha took a step to the side, inclining his head, "then walk with me."

tag: Zara