Bearclaw Valley interim

No traps, or teasing, was offered toward the leader. Only honesty and encouragement. Perhaps Merrick needed this, to be close and cared for. Evien wondered how many times in his life he'd allowed himself to be watched after. And he seemed so tired, it would only be right for Evien to watch over him and make sure he was getting enough rest. That they both were. 

"Of course not," he assured, gesturing with his head for the bruin-witch to follow him. The other portion of the den was easy to get to, if not a bit steep, and Evien paused when they reached the nest he'd made. It wasn't that big, but it'd fit them both. Settling down, the medic pointed his nose down to signal Merrick to climb in beside him. "It's been a while since I've had someone to sleep beside." Since Fields had disappeared, for whatever reason. Evien felt alone.