Larksong Grotto all dressed up in a pretty black label

The woman appeared to be satisfied with Sakari's reply, which surprised the rogue. She had thought for certain that she would be adding another scar to the vast collection she sported beneath her inky fur. 

She caught the unknown woman's scent then. After a minute, she spoke a question with the worst lisp Sakari had ever heard. Was she having a stroke or something...? 

After a long moment, Sakari answered the question. 

"No. But I know she's in heat. She'll draw in all the free men within a half-day's travel." Sakari had every intention of being here when they arrived.