Swiftcurrent Creek we fell through the ice when we tried not to slip

lestan was hurt. it did not hide so much of his worry, but it flickered here and there. he had kept his silence in their new home, focusing his attention on blossom or whatever outside the den needed mending.
the mayfair had been clearing a square of land nearby for a small garden. he arrived to akavir's call with a smear of soil across his face. this time he said nothing, waiting for the moment to mention kel.