Stone Circle Deathrates

Steady really just wanted to dig into the meat and eat. This skin-pulling process seemed tedious, at best, and he almost felt like they were wasting time. But, he would not speak against Valette. Surely, in the coming weeks when the skins were actually used for warmth, he would look back and be glad that he didn't voice against this.

Instead, he did what Valette asked and pulled the skin at the animal's hips. He watched how she did it, slowly but with strength, and mimicked her actions until it came off cleanly. He had to admit, it was a little fun to play tug of war with the large piece of skin. But, he didn't get away from himself. He knew it would be more useful in one piece, and did his best not to rip it.