Lake Rodney and not a drop to drink

she had a moment of clarity at his words. resisting the frown attempting to lace itself across her muzzle, she would remain quiet. the man encouraged her, yes, but he was also right. she needed worthy people to start this with. people she trusted. people who she could rely on. such things were rare in the Teekons. as for a place, there were various unclaimed landscapes. she wasn't so worried about that.

"yes" she agreed, a bit solemn in knowing most of her encounters so far had been brief little things. she may never see this man again, for instance. the thought was a bit sad. he seemed a good sort. "I do like a challenge, though" Heloise would smile slightly. nothing in life was free, was that the saying? she'd shake her head, bothered by her lack of manners. "I am Heloise, by the by." the woman had yet to mention her name to him, despite the two speaking.

"I have wandered far, without a companion. or even company" she would add with a dip of her head "I find it hard to give my freedom up so easily."