That smile was something that used to unnerve him. Now, it sent a different kind of shiver along his nerves and a wicked smirk to his lips in answer.

Shifting the second time was easier simply because he wasn't trying to fight it out of fear. It still made his bones ache and his head swim for a few moments while he reoriented himself. Out here, the air smelled richer and the dark was something he could easily conquer, so after a quick, slim muzzled grin at his mate he trotted off, knowing that Gladio wouldn't be far behind.