Phoenix Maplewood i marvel at the stars / and feel my heart overflow

Just as she suspected, he wanted to pursue a conversation now. Although Spur hated small talk, she managed patience. Now that she needn't hasten out of his way, there was no particular reason to hurry, nor was there anyplace she needed to be.

She said as much: "I'm not headed anywhere. I've just returned here after more than a year. I was born in the area," Larkspur explained. "I've been living the life of a nomad a while and wanted to revisit my birthplace: Lost Creek Hollow." As she mentioned the name, Spur glanced off toward the south to indicate the direction.