The Sentinels Time is of the essence

there had been great dissent in the ranks following aria's promotion, and emaleth sniffled in her natal den. lasher had not involved himself in the affairs of the adolescents, but he would come to hear small pieces of what it was they discussed. exasperated, the man sought out the refuge of his wife's presence. she sat quite beautifully in the door-way of their den, framed against its darkness by the bright glitter of light upon snow.

settling beside her, taltos reached to kiss blue willow's proud shoulder. he had worried for her too as of late -- she had been withdrawn, distant. "what troubles you, my love?" the druid asked softly, seeking her eyes with his own worried gaze.