Frogspawn Swamp Like thunder in summer

Preeti blinked at the sudden change in demeanor, then let her face relax into understanding as Maia explained. That's quite all right, she assured the girl. Although. . .

She remembered her conversation with the boy at Firebirds, his offer, her contemplation. Winter was now even further along. Was it time to take the plunge?

Do you mind if I tag along? she asked, tilting her head. I'm actually looking for a place to stay during the cold months. Preeti fell silent, then, waiting for Maia to reply. Whatever case she would need to make for herself could be given later.