Wild Berry Meadow dig that hole, forget the sun

Well, her companions remained on guard behind her, but Ramsay put them from his mind for now. Maegi wouldn't allow them to do him any harm and whatever impressions they had of him—fair ones, surely, for he was positively monstrous to behold—he had no inclination to harm them either. So he focused on his dear sister instead, remaining steadfast as emotion flooded her, but allowing a soft smile as he replied, far too long, indeed.

She asked if he would stay, and he knew his answer. He'd come down from the mountains prepared to join up with his old comrades for his own safety, and that desire was solidified by Maegi's presence here. He'd let her go once before, choosing Cicero's path and ending up waylaid from his heritage as a result. He didn't fault their father for this, but Ramsay sometimes regretted the decision, and so he would face no further regrets.

Mmm, yes, I suppose I am, he said, pressing forward to touch her cheek with his nose, if she would allow him. It's good to see you, Maegi. I'm glad you're well. Tell me, he went on as he turned toward the dark woods, passing a cursory glance over Titmouse and Flicker once more, who controls the woods now? I was told Vaati was beat by a challenger. So he assumed also that Ithrik was its ruler now.