Phoenix Maplewood i marvel at the stars / and feel my heart overflow

Just like Tuathal, the brawny stranger quickly changed his tune, both his expression and voice softening. When he told her to hold on, she froze, ears sweeping tentatively forward. Her gaze soon followed, though she kept it slightly averted so it was even clearer that she wasn't a threat.

When prompted for information, Spur offered it up readily enough: "Larkspur Ostrega. I'm just passing through. I genuinely didn't realize this place was claimed. I can be on my way." But she remained still, sensing that he might not find her answers particularly satisfactory.