Broken Antler Fen soolai, soolai, soolaimon

He blinked at her retort, rendered speechless. He had never had to prove his identity before. Caracal's mouth opened and closed, yet he could think of nothing to say. It slowly dawned on him that he would not win her over. He should just leave and try again some other time, avoiding this ugly woman if at all possible.

He felt a little bad for thinking such a mean thought but it was more about her attitude than her appearance. Still silent, he threw up his arms as if to say, Okay, have it your way. With a last slightly befuddled look, Caracal then did as she commanded and left.