Ravensblood Forest Huntresses

As Asara darted off, Violante gave an exasperated sigh and called her back quietly. "Yes, little dove, but come back. There are things you must know before you can start hunting." She would wait until the girl had returned, then gestured to the berry bushes below them.

"Birds will eat many things, but they love berries. You can find all sorts here — grouse, pheasants, even turkeys, to give you a few examples." Looking between her two daughters, the Vicera smiled gently. "Birds are tricky to hunt, mainly because many of them can fly. You must be quick and quiet, and always remain downwind."

Violante looked to Asara, fixing her with her dark gaze. "You won't be hunting a bird this time, but watching me from the ridge as I hunt it. This will give you a good idea on what you're supposed to do. Do you understand?" She then looked to her other daughter, adding, "And you, my little blackbird?"