Bearclaw Valley the beautiful know they have power

I am so sorry for holding this up! I somehow missed it entirely. Wrapping it up, since this is already old. Thank you both for participation!

Nunataq gave Merrick an approving glance and took the right side. The man probably knew already that he was being pursued, because the way he moved and acted spoke of deliberation and careful planning. This dampen the girl's joy in pursuit a little, but, since he was not telling outwardly to back off, she continued with the plan.

And would have gone through it were it not for a summoning call from one of her parent figures. The tone was urgent and did not allow any questions. Come on. She beckoned Merrick to follow and left Stigmata on his own.