Porcupine Ridge Dread in my heart

their acceptance was swiftly finished. muskrat did not tell these two what the ridge was; better for them to approach such knowledge more slowly.

when hex turned, muskrat gave a lash of her tail "i show tomorrow. now you rest." she would follow along their flank, taking time to scourge the forest shadows with knowing eyes.

if any had followed this dreven and envy, muskrat would soon see their steps. for now she remained close, a guardian to the wolves who melted into the ridge.