Sun Mote Copse Just like dust we settle in this town

A lot had happened during Maia's absence - Wraen had even forgotten, when her sibling had left to see the world and from where to start. Besides she had shared the same story with other people and heard it as well. It was no worn-out and she was sick of perpetuating. Earthquakes, no large game, difficulties to make ends meet, people disappearing, people returning. Especially now with the sudden rise in the numbers due to Blackthorns and Redhawks rejoining their family members, Wraen found it hard to keep herself on top of things. 

"I am very tired," and looked like that too. Before Maia she did not have to keep up the smiles and positive attitude, she did not have to pretend that she always had a plan and was not afraid of, what future would bring. That seeing Elwood and Finley struggle with age, Eljay withering away before her eyes, sweet, little Weejay feeling despondent and withdrawn, ever since Elfie had gone away was wearing her out. She felt helpless and hated it. "I would rather not talk about it. It's not been easy - that's all you need to know," she said with a silent plea in her voice to change the subject.