Lost Creek Hollow Poison and Whine

Though he'd never admit it, he was glad she said she would. Having help finding food would be much better.

He also hadn't expected the title of friend so soon, but wouldn't complain. 

"And don't worry. I won't ask ya to sleep beside me." he offered his grin again, then began digging out a small pit in the sand. It was shady, and the water would make good background noise.