Alpine Lake Do you remember your first party?

He only looked up when she growled at him. Amber eyes focused on the girl, a calm brow lifting in question. The man could not hope to guess the state of her mind, yet he also did not retaliate to the brazen display. Fighting with children never sat well with him.

So, to avoid further aggression, he moved backward. Godbrand's stance was quiet defiance, but deferring to her apparent need for space. If she didn't want him near, he would leave. Gladly. He also remained quiet, aware that anything could set another off.