Nova Peak End Game

Once again the Caru's eyes roamed to his sore foot. Riley's discomfiture rose once more, his gaze trailing in the direction of Sunset Valley.

Of course, he would do as she asked -- just as much for his own sake of a meal as it was a sign of altruism.

The warren was exactly where Masque indicated. The ground was saturated with their scent.

Riley began digging, first with one paw then with two -- ginger with his right as he went. Before long an exodus appeared at Masque's end -- and after several attempts, they'd scored a pair of rabbits for their effort.

It was all he could do to not set in on them then and there -- but recognizing the task at hand, Riley dutifully followed Masque back to the Rise.