Cedar Sweep watching me is like watching a fire take your eyes from you

they picked up as if no time had passed between when they had last met. it was comforting to be able to rely on that bond between them. gratitude rose through her, which was quickly struck down by fear at the idea of war.

the vale was to be avoided. in tessa's eyes, antha could do no wrong, would never do anything in order to provoke a response like that. she marked this in her mind.

but the second was much more interesting. the leader of a pack? antha had done so well for herself. i trust you, she says, and i am happy that you are able to realize your potential.

there was no doubt antha would do so, with or without that man.

do you think he would let me stay?