King Elk Forest see my heart; I decorate it like a grave

Nathaniel's expression didn't change when Delight approached, but he fixed glazed-over eyes on the boy. For a moment he was quiet.
Rockslide in the valley. He gestured with his muzzle in the direction of the place. I was out with Mona-- she's not hurt.
The simple truth was all he could manage right now. Perhaps another day he'd have had a better response, but not today. The last add-on almost seemed more to himself, the first hint of emotion breaking through in his voice; it was relief, slight as it was.
The ex-soldier was silent a few more beats before he spoke again, voice shaking. He gave no indication of the change of topic, but suddenly he was no longer speaking of the rock slide. I wasn't ready. It wasn't enough time-- damn him, he always leaves before I can--
He stopped and looked away, drawing a deep breath and trying to calm the rage behind his words. Where did you put him?