As the man came to his feet and made his way towards Rose, she refused to back down, and would face him head on. She was new though, and had never faced a man as big, possibly experienced, as the one in front of her. But she picked a fight, and was going to live up to it. 

Rose clenched her fists, preparing for what the large man was going to do next, when suddenly the giant cat she had seen before jumped without fear to her defense, roaring with prowess into the mans face. She was taken aback, was this cat not a newcomer as well? Why would it be so quick to defend her? If the cat got hurt, she would never forgive herself. Luckily, the man was too confused by not only the cats appearance but actions as well, deciding it would be a waste of time to deal with these newbies. "Hmph." he muttered, and began walking away. 

Rose was relieved the man left. Filled with confusion at the cat's actions and angry she caused them, Rose asked the animal, curiously, "Why would you put yourself in that position for me?" she then stomped her foot, angry and scared for the animal as a mother would be at her child, "You could've hurt yourself!" Even so, Rose couldn't help but feel appreciative of the kindness the newcomer showed to her. "But...Thank you,"