Blackfeather Woods Sink in the river the lessons I learned

The deal was made, but from there, he didn't know where to go. He'd not stopped to consider what tasks needed done in that very moment, and so he'd not been quick to answer. Even when he'd finally chosen to speak, it was not a command that was issued, but more regulations. "You'll be sleeping outside, and you have to stay within calling distance at all times. If I tell you to come to the entrance and you aren't there right away, you'll never become special," threatened the yearling, his tone just as serious as always. He meant business, and fully expected the other to always be there to do as he was told. If not, then... Xan had not yet decided on what sort of punishments he'd deliver, but surely they'd be harsh.

"Give me your name," was his first demand, realizing he'd yet to receive one. It was important that he know what to refer to his new servant as, for without a name he'd be at a complete loss when the other was needed.