Grouse Thicket said something dumb like "i'm tired of running"

His head nodded firmly. Right. What's usually around here that won't cost me a limb to take down? Moose doubted that he could take down anything large like his namesake. Perhaps he could find a plumb rabbit or even some sort of thick game bird. He contemplated the options while waiting for his fiery company to answer.

Pleasure to meet you, Ceara. He spoke honestly because without her he'd likely be melting into the ground back there.