Hideaway Strath Up north’s getting cold soon

When his voice cuts through the soothing sounds of the forest, it seems to spook her. She startles, jumping slightly and she gives him the most textbook answer that he was expecting. To which he sighs to as his reply.

“I do care about you.” He says seriously. “More than you think, dear.” Then he’s looking ahead again. “I’m going to have Arlette look at them for you. So they don’t get infected.” He speaks out loud from his thoughts. Shifting his gaze to Simmik once more.

“Also, if you don’t want to be in the ravine you can just stay with me.” He looks forward again. “Except for when I sleep.” He adds quickly.