Swiftcurrent Creek Get on my shoulders, and I'll carry you all of the way

The raven seeks his father's explanation, and yet, a reminder comes in it's place. French is not a language Kavik speaks. Helios wonders if he should teach him, just as Alessia and Rosalie taught them. While Helios refuses to admit it—even at his young age, the kiss to his cheek soothes him. It appears his father is not as concerned with the frightening noises as he is. A loud crash claps over the Creek just as Helios opens his mouth to speak again. His baby blue eyes glance towards the mouth of the den, and then back to Kavik. What's that? He asks, pronunciation childish no matter how hard Helios attempts to be an Adult.