Dragoncrest Cliffs See, Winter comes to rule the varied year

val wondered if age brought with it an impatience with the world. she seemed fine with his explanation, and he supposed it had been good enough -- but he wondered, was there any spark of curiosity?

or was wonder an exclusively childish thing?

she motioned to move. that's a pretty name. val replied, trying to give an encouraging smile. he kept his pace measured, noting the stiff way she moved. are you hurt, kheviel? i can show you where the rendezvous is, and then bring you to maleah. she is a good healer and should be able to help you.