[ She does not shy away from his touch and that pleases him. It has not escaped his notice that Bran has elected him as protector of the few women that have come to their door. He knows, well enough, from previous experience, that cherishing does not have to mean smothering. If anything, that Charles is as fine as a dominant male can be when Anna seeks out his company is reassurance all on it's own.

The pup might raise his hackles occasionally, but he will not cross Charles. He will, however, tease and playfully provoke, whenever the Marrok's hatchet man needs a swift smack back to reality and not feeling sorry for himself.

He allows himself the indulgence of stroking Eun's cheek before he drops his hand away, wolf settled leaving him back in control. ]

Ah, querida. I can guarantee that you will enjoy Aspen Creek.

There are no beaches here, but perhaps when you are... settled, you could approach Bran about visits.

[ It is not completely unheard of, though few of the wolves in Bran's pack are much inclined to leave. But of late, more of the young ones have sought temporary shelter under the Marrok's wing and restlessness has swept the pack in the aftermath of a betrayal within their ranks. It does not help that Bran's decision to renounce the Columbia Pack has left the Marrok... testy. ]

But I will not make promises that I cannot keep. Especially since you will need a proper escort.