Broken Antler Fen Nothing lasts forever but this is getting good now

At her answer Eljay nodded at Ibis. She did not really answer the question beyond the question — whether she needed anyone near — and Eljay hesitated whether he should stay or go. Eventually, he said, Please call for me if you need anything else. I'll drop by later with some food. It would be harder once Maia's children were born, but until then, he would make sure to check in with Ibis regularly to see if the pups were growing as expected. For now, Eljay dipped his head and departed, presuming she could use some rest for now.