Hushed Willows all alone

She grunted at his words. Pala had no interest in fame.

Type? She looked to him now, eyebrow raised. I have no answer for that.

In my home when a man wants to marry he must protect the sheep of the woman's father for a night. If no sheep are missing come morning, then they marry the same day. She recounted the traditions of her home in a matter-of-fact manner. There are no men here who could do such a thing, or I would marry him. There were no herds to protect either.

Emerald eyes narrowing, she studied his face as though searching for something. You ask strange questions.