Fox's Glade Conflict

As Frederick spoke she felt her heart flutter, yet it was covered with guilt a moment later. "Oh Frederick.." She paused, shaking her head. "You've put so much pressure on yourself."

Her expression carried sympathy, her brow furrowed in worry. "You said the Creek wolves have information on your brother, yes? That was why you stayed with them?" She did not wait for an answer. "You owe them no loyalty. Respect, yes - but if you have the information you need do not let them hold you there."

"Find your brother. I will still be here when you return." Frederick was slowly but surely becoming a vital part of her world. She would not allow herself to hold back someone who was so dear to her.

She wished to be somewhere safe for him to return to - not a chain binding him to the Rising Sun Valley.