Lost Creek Hollow Kicks and Bricks

Ash Paw had heard enough stories from Thistle and Gunnar even of the dark things that lived in the waves. Of the sharks with dead eyes. Of the black and white things that could attack you. Of the seals that were harsh in their noises and cruel with their teeth. That could walk both sea and land.

She giggled and patted his shoulder. You'd be surprise how brave you can truly be. I think you worry too much about not being brave rather than just being who you are. It takes all kinds to make a world, and a village.

She listened and smiled. That sounds fun. It sounds as if you and Silvertongue have done well to make a thriving place.