Witch's Marsh haunt

She frowned as she learned that it was likely Avicus’ pack that had been victim. She couldn’t think of anyone she’d met in passing who might fit the description of the pupsnatchers, but she would keep Lestan’s words in mind. 

Something about the abrupt halt of the conversation made her wonder if Lestan was certain that she would be safe in Swiftcurrent Creek. Her fur prickled briefly at the name; she fled the ocean for fear her own children might one day struggle with its tides. If “Swiftcurrent” was as volatile as the ocean, would her children be safe there?

The mention of Swiftcurrent being near Rivenwood caused her to stiffen. She felt her brother’s paw remain clasped over hers, but she had to fight the urge to cringe at the thought of being anywhere near Anselm. 

The male’s paw lifted; she sensed a pressing urgency. Politely, though, he placed it back on the swampy ground. 

Swordfish, She said, then: speaking his name again made her throat feel slightly hoarse. ’E be still travellin’ wid you? Only moments had passed since the beginning of their conversation, but still her heart pounded as she anticipated his arrival any moment. In part, she dreaded seeing him, not knowing what he might think. I- 

She knew she now faced an option. See him in person, or hope that Lestan might pass on word, and leave the decision with her former beau. 

We will go to Swiftcurrent. She said. It was agonizing to think that it might bring them closer to Anselm, but at this point, they had no choice left. With puppysnatchers in the area, she and Etienne would be too vulnerable on their own. Lestan, if you could, please….When you see Swordfish next….Let ‘im know dat Suzu be dere. Her voice was nearly grave as she spoke, so Lestan might understand and make whatever assumptions he would about their relationship. T’ank you for givin’ us warning, an’ for directing us to your cousin. If dere be any words you want passed on to ‘im…? Playing a messenger in return would be the least that they could do, at this point.