That sudden rush of fear from the leopard filled his senses and he had to close his eyes to make sure he had a hold of himself before continuing on. Fear was intoxicating and so hard to ignore, and he felt his beast stir with interest.

He tried to send out some calming energy, knowing that at least it had felt the touch of his power before.

"Hey, it's ok, you don't have to freak out. I just...if there's a hunter or not, we should clear out of here before dark." He paused, thinking for a moment. He was a stranger, after all. "You don't have to tell me where you live. I can take you anywhere you feel safe."