Ravensblood Forest the fat pelican

An old friend. Raleska's expression went from dour to surprised, to joyous back to dour again -- Kaertok.

He was given the sweep of her cool gaze, which had returned to steely glints as she regained her composure. Her mouth twisted grimly. So much had happened since he had left them all. Despite everything she found herself just wanting to forgive him without much a fight at all, just so she could for once accept something as it was and not have to fight for it.

"Surprised to see you." Raleska murmured, deciding to ignore his question -- if only because she didn't trust she'd be able to keep a lid on her tongue. "Why are you back?"