As the tree was settled in place, he stretched his shoulders and back, letting the sinews and muscles relax after such an arduous task.  Grinning like a younger man, even in his hybrid state, anyone could tell he felt better after having been of some use.  From off in the distance, he could hear the combined triumphant roaring of his people.  It could only mean one thing.  Turning to the sound he took a few running steps until he could climb a nearby tall tree and easily clambered to its greater heights.  A resounding roar erupted from his own maw as he answered their call, letting them know that even at this distance, their chief was still about and proud of what had occurred.  He waited then dropped back down, changing back to his human form as he hit the ground.  Noticing their confused and somewhat worried looks, he quickly quelled any fears they might have.<br/><br/>"I am sorry for our exuberance.  But this cry was not one of war, but of pride and celebration.  A young warrior's wife was with child throughout the journey, many of us carrying her as our own burden instead of letting her walk, for fear of her losing the child.  But, tonight, it seems that she has given birth to a child.  A young warrior is even now being congratulated and we all joined in for it."  he grinned sheepishly at them, even though the child was not his, he still felt like a proud parent, as the entire clan would help to raise the young cub to its proper place in the community.