Great Bear Wilderness [wp] tukstal

okay, he said simply, his voice steady, resonant. i will learn.

there was no condescension in his words, no doubt in the possibilities she hinted at. he was a man who had long walked the path of tradition and strength, yet he knew the value of humility. velia's spirit, her willingness to both give and receive, intrigued him.

it is a fair trade, he added, a faint curve to his lips—a smile meant only for her. máni’s light guides us both, but skógnymfa has her own wisdom. i would be a fool not to listen.

his tail gave a single flick, a subtle gesture of invitation, as if to say: teach me, then. let us walk this path together.