Sunspire Mountains Two Loners

Helena bristled slightly at Jace's reproach, feelings stung by his tone. Having grown up a loner, her knowledge of etiquette and respect for the hierarchy were lacking, a character flaw born purely out of ignorance. Still, she knew better than to challenge him and, with a polite dip of her head, muttered, "Helena."

Turning, she padded back to Dante's side where she could view this stranger from a distance. Her eyes wide with interest, Helena took in his great stature, dark pelt, and intensely blue eyes. Suddenly she noticed the gash on his neck, an ugly, painful looking thing. A surge of curiosity overcame her and she blurted out, "What happened to your neck?" Immediately she regretted her tactless outburst.