Somehow, Vye had grown weaker.
Not in the sense that his health had taken a turn for the worse, but rather his psychiatric state seemed to have drastically regressed.
His speech had developed a certain brevity, and he spoke little and less as.
As the days passed the young Shol seemed to forget his independence. In place of the fierce determination was a meek puppy that followed every step of Lockes's heel at their every beck and call, constantly seeking the severed Shol's approval.
The only change and likewise explanation for this behavioral change, would be their prolonged stay at the den.