Kintla Flatlands For just as Every Seed holds the Power

The blackbear was pleased, as the idea of leaving Everest here on her own didn't sit well with her. Wolves in general, she believed, were not meant to be alone — but especially not wolves who had been through as much as Everest had, lately.

Easy stood, and stretched, and began leading the way northeast. While they walked, she told Everest about the kind, good-hearted young man named Sumac that she was traveling with, and about how she had two other sons in the area as well. A few times, she pointed out a landmark from her childhood or stopped to sniff at waypoints where other wolves had left their mark.

And she was happy to listen to more Fun Facts, probing deeper every now and then as she settled into quiet wonder. Everest seemed to know quite a lot!

Shall we fade this?