Silvertip Mountain How funny it’ll seem to come out among the people that walk with their heads downward

arielle spoke of things beyond merrick's knowing.
he knew that healing was an art and listened eagerly, but not until she spoke of testing did the bearwolf's tattered ears lift. "perhaps i can be of service to you in this," he ventured pleasantly.
for now, the man straightened. "rest. eat. explore this new world. i will seek you out."
unluckily, many things would happen in the weeks to come, but this was not yet known. merrick waited to see if arielle had any response, and if not, meant to turn and meander back to their prisoner.