Stella gives him another lick while he eats. His wounds heal up while he takes in the dog's blood. At least it's warm. When he goes to hunt somewhere Stella changes back, dressing in some clothes that Lina sets out for her. Knowing that Dagger would be tense again she gives his hand a squeeze before getting into the plane. "One more plane ride. Than it will be about a day's hike in good weather to the village at the base of the mountain. From there we should be home free," she reassures both Dagger and Lina. Even though it's cramped Stella takes up alternating between Dagger's head and hand, helping him to focus on her instead of their surroundings.