Sam shrugged. "It worked, didn't it? Werewolves are human, but they still have a wolf pack instinct. That's why they don't hunt each other, and can even team up. Younger ones, however, will only listen to the alpha."

He went back to unpacking the food. "Could be worse. Dog sled masters prove dominance over their head dog by biting their ears."

Kale came back out at that point, holding a shredded towel in his hands. "I'm sorry."