The Sunspire I will never leave my bedroom

"Ain't you a little charmer," Wraen said smiling, when the boy tried to convince her that he was old and strong enough to go on hunting trips. She gave him credit for his determination and he would make a fine companion, but somehow she did not want to take the responsibility of Rannoch's son beyond Sunspire's borders. Here it was part of her duties, out there was her world and she really did not want to worry progeny of her best friend. What if something bad happened?

"Well, it is a custom that your parents have to take you out on your first hunt," she lied smoothly. "So, if you feel you are ready, I suggest you go to them and ask. I can't speak for Rannoch, but Liffey is quite an adventurer. And, if she says "no", ask her about that time, when I and her fought a cougar."