"And I believe that's why they haven't touched me yet. They haven't even shown their ugly mugs near me, probably out of fear that a raptor of my size and strength, not to mention my odd ability, could take out a big chunk of their own pack all by myself. If not, the whole thing. Trust me when I say this, Verona... If they come anywhere near you, me or our eggs again, I will personally devour whoever does so on the spot," he promises her, looking into her eyes with his own calm, determined gaze. "Now dry your eyes, I hate to see you crying!"