Dragoncrest Cliffs everlong

For a moment he doesn't process heda's introduction. How many months has it been, after all, with him giving up on ever learning her name? But here it is, not even for him but for his ward. Thuringwethil. Four syllables and his worldview shifts, just slightly.

He does not have time to dwell on it as they move towards Portia's den, though he is clearly distracted when the woman first greets them. Gathering himself he gently deposits the boy, nudging him to go to the medic, and explains, "this is Ephraim. I found him lost in the rain -- I believe he needs to be looked over." He pauses, then shuffles his feet, a little awkward, and adds: "Apologies for the sudden intrusion." She doesn't look put off by Ephraim's presence, which he takes as a good sign... but nonetheless.