Moonspear ^____________^

The instant she heard his familiar footsteps, Treepie let out a shaky breath of relief. She scampered up to him with her usual enthusiasm, nuzzling affectionately at the bard’s chin. She really did feel much better, just having him here beside her.

Could we go to Moonglow? Just for a little visit? she asked when she pulled back, eyes bright.

There was a shadow behind them, though she didn’t mention her peculiar symptoms. Pie wanted to see if they happened when she wasn’t alone. If they did, she knew Alaric would help her. But she hoped his presence might make all the difference.

She turned, tail waving slowly as she faced the village over yonder.