Redsand Canyon ornatus

When the Imperator found her, Malila heeded his command promptly. So far she had never been complacent in answering orders or summons. It wasn't about to change anytime soon. What had changed some, was her attitude. When she emerged from her den and fell into line behind him, her eyes were colder. Her silence was stiff, quite unlike her usual mild mannered self.

Clearly, she had not gotten off to a good start here. The only silver lining she found was in Aquene. She almost regretted stopping at the borders. She was even half tempted to try her luck on her own again. Following him until told to stop, she said not a word.