Phantom Hollow And still, as he looked, he lived

Darcy was so kind. She had gone so far as to think of his food stock. She was even willing to assist him in gathering more. Now, Rat found this a difficult prospect. 

You needn't worry! I've been stocking up all summer long in preparation for winter. It'll get quite cold.

Rat looked thoughtfully to Darcy. She had mentioned not liking the cold of her birth home. He wondered if she would dislike the winter there. 

How do you prepare for the snow? Ratty asked.