Sun Mote Copse Not Just A Friendly Visit

Alder hadn't been expected Eden to speak up, but he was not angry that she did, even before the word actually sunk in - she didn't want to see her sister. Turning his surprised face to her for a moment, he nodded to her. She was free to make that decision on her own, as the sister, and even as a King he found no reason to contest this. The spotted man stepped closer to Eden, nudging his muzzle into her shoulder in support but also letting her know it was time to go - he nudged her again with his own shoulder, guiding her back the way they came. He didn't much care who The Malkaria shieldmaiden had spoken to, or that she didn't apologize, but she had willingly given them what they needed, and respect was due. The Fire Court ruler gave her a solemn nod as he passed, staying silent but all the while wondering what they'd done with the body - did they eat it? Bury it? Leave it to rot? 

He would lead his Gentry back home in silence - this was not her fault, but Alder knew she would bear it as such.