Lost Creek Hollow it's the only way for me

He nearly missed her question, so engrossed was he in her (unintentional) spoiling of him.

Of course not, Wake soothed her, stifling a yawn. Ask as many questions as you like. I keep no secrets. A lie, certainly, but this would be difficult to ascertain, given how reliably forthcoming he seemed. I plan to take residence in this valley. I will gather together those who wish to follow me, who wish to enjoy the passing of the seasons at my side, and I will make a home for them.

He made it sound so simple. As if it were already set in stone.