Noctisardor Bypass I'll keep a light on in my soul

He smiled and nodded at Lane when she silently asked if she pronounced Atautsikut properly. He knew she still struggled some with the northern tongue, but he never got tired of hearing her speak his language. 

He hated hearing that Lane felt guilty about not going to Rivenwood herself; it was beyond her control, and she couldn't be everywhere all the time. 

After Lane explained why they were there and offered help before they left, Druid answered in a way that had the Tatkret lifting his eyebrows in surprise. She was telling them to leave?

Then she went on to explain that Mahler and his mate had abandoned the pack. Tuulu found the news disconcerting. He didn't understand how a leader could desert his pack at a time like this. 

Druid wanted them to leave before the remaining women realized they were here. She said they would ask for help in whatever they were planning against Ursus. Tuulu was very conflicted. How many of you are left? he asked, ignoring her words meant to rush them away.