Daud is definitely still in the basement with captain woof because he's terribly unimaginative like that. When she turns up, the tiefling looks even unhappier than he usually does, which is quite the achievement given everything.

The wolf rouses weakly at Shura's entrance, but it seems she's caught him at one of his weaker periods, so he settles down with a soft rumble and a swish of the tail. Daud, having the actual ability to speak, will answer what Shura can likely deduce for herself.

"Not much of a difference. He's eating more, and he recognizes people. That's about all."