Bearclaw Valley Order from chaos

hello husband! <3 we meet again in another life!

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Ferns tickled Galena's legs as she moved 'round the massive tree, inspecting its snake-like roots. It smelled rich and mossy, though the bark was surprisingly unblemished and smooth. She climbed atop the twisted limbs, waltzing in a single track as if she were a gymnast on a balance beam. The trunk was grand — magnificent, it's canopy sheltering her from the light pitter-patter of rain that started to fall. Digging under the roots would be a troublesome task... but her den would be dry and warm.

The sound of a lumbering creature made her turn, alarmed. The recent memory of Merrick telling her bears lived alongside the Ursus wolves was still fresh in her mind. But it wasn't a bear at all. Galena did not recognize her company, and she wondered how many called Ursus their home. The silver man appeared strong — a large specimen much like this tree. The wisp eyed him half-lidded, holding back a groan of agitation. What did he want?

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