Erebus chuckled softly. "That it definitely is," he said in amusement, tail flicking next to his muscular haunches. At her question, he cocked his head thoughtfully.

"Not too long," he admitted. "I was a loner before I came here; I figured a pack would be more beneficial to me since I am not a young creature these days." He gave another soft chuckle, amusement glittering in his eyes as he observed the pretty female.