Firestone Hot Springs Darkfall

Sure! And no worries about the delay. Life happens. :)

They moseyed along in mutual silence for a while, Koontz making a remark here or there as she investigated. Two things became apparent before long: firstly, Key would not be talking much and, secondly, they would not find the source of the smell any time soon. Deciding that she no longer wanted to waste Key's time, the young Beta drew to a stop near the edge of the hot springs, not far from the foot of the plateau.

"Well, I don't want to waste any more of your time," Koontz said amiably. "I'm going to return to the plateau. I'll speak with Ariston and hopefully get in touch with you soon. It was nice to meet you, Key." The silver yearling waved her tail, woofed quietly and then turned, carefully navigating in the dark as she headed home.