Bearclaw Valley i recounted the memories

Evien, too, had a difficult time sleeping on his first night in Ursus. Not that it was a bad thing - it felt more like excitement rather than apprehension. A new life with a new family, and he could be useful here. Make something of himself. A future, Merrick had said.

         He was sore from the fight the day before, but it wasn't as bad as he thought it would be. He found himself up early, exploring the territory and familiarizing himself with the land. The healer would need a den of his own to keep his herbs and patients in, when the time arose. 

         The boy didn't realize there was someone following him as he surveyed a hole in the ground. It wouldn't be big enough, but perhaps something in the side of a hill would be good?