Kanni began explaining to them:
"Silver-Pattern Shield Wolves come from the Savage Territory. As you can see, they have black-and-white coats, silvery tails, large heads, and sturdy bodies. They're powerfully built and weigh between forty and sixty pounds. Their claws and teeth aren't especially sharp, but they're extremely hard. Even some swords can't sever them in a single stroke. They're also bloodthirsty, and blood greatly increases their aggression and the danger they pose. That's why they're called Silver-Pattern Shield Wolves-a name honoring their powerful bodies."
"Also, around the first light snows of winter, the Silver-Pattern Shield Wolves born in the Savage Territory begin migrating north in large numbers to escape the cold. They don't migrate back until spring the following year. Of course, some stay there, but compared to those in the south, the ones that stay are much smaller and less vicious. I suppose harsh lands breed fierce wolves."
After hearing his explanation, Zeng Mu, Aikimu, and the others looked surprised. Zeng Mu even murmured, "Claws and teeth harder than swords, a bloodthirsty nature, and massive bodies..."
"They're not to be trifled with. We'd better get out of here quickly," Aikimu said, showing a rare hint of fear. His most urgent task was to get these provisions back. Clashing with those frenzied wolves would be pointless, even if they won.
Kanni hastily waved a hand. "No, Knight Commander. If we keep moving at this pace, the Silver-Pattern Shield Wolves won't do anything to us. If we speed up now, they'll see us as frightened prey. They might attack and turn us into food for their journey."
"What was that howl earlier?" Aikimu asked him for guidance.
"It came from their leader, the wolf king. He spotted us but couldn't tell whether we were prey or hunters, so he howled