(Note: in Japanese, Tasukaru literally means "To survive" with an implication of survival by banding together, hence it being a strong name.  Just Tasu by itself means "To unite" or "to add together".)<br/><br/>Feign decides to look at the scaled patch later.  Right now the hatchlings are much more interesting.<br/><br/>He kneels down next to tam to get a better look at Tasu's face.  "Even while they're still on your milk, I think they should at least start learning to hunt.  Though I suspect they got at least some of your feline instincts, so they should both be quick learners at it.  Besides, if your snake halves have systems like a normal snake, that stomach should be ready for prey from the very start."<br/><br/>Suddenly, his own stomachj growls fairly loudly, resulting in a new embarassed look on his face.  "Err, speaking of which, I think it's been about a week since I've had any solid food.  I think I'll go hunt around a little and clean myself up while I'm out," He stands and heads towards the entrance to the den.  "I'll be back in a little bit."