Chapter 17 Oto, Speak

• "I see you haven't had the chance to talk yet," Enril suddenly says, shifting the topic to avoid further questioning. "How are you feeling?"
• "Better, though my whole body aches terribly," responds Gil, still somewhat fearful and incredulous that this stranger could truly be her wolf's brother.
• Enril ceases his observation at the stern, red-eyed glare from Oto and begins to unpack the basket he brought, arranging its contents on a table in the corner under Gil's watchful eye. She remains seated on the bed, behind Oto, who purrs contentedly as she continues to stroke behind one of his ears—a gesture he quite enjoys.