While Sven could pinpoint the moment when things had changed, he was absolutely clueless as to why. Something was clearly different in Leotie's demeanor, especially when @Lilith was around. While Sven tried as well as he could to maintain their constant proximity, it was difficult to spend any time privately with the recent, sudden growth of the pack and now, especially, with his return to leadership. Her... wariness had not left, however, and he was determined to resolve whatever was bothering his dear confidant.
"Leotie!" he called out, jogging toward her once he'd found her tawny form. He slid against her side, leaning his flank into hers in greeting as he'd done countless times before.
"Walk with me," the man invited with a smile.