The Heartwood If the Fires don't burn it down

no worries!

Atka exhaled a laugh as he pulled her closer. She didn't struggle, just leaned into him as he spoke. A frown replaced her smile as Dreven continued, he was right.

❝I know. That responsibility is a lot to carry, especially so soon, but I'll help in the ways I can.❞ Atka said, staring at the ground while she thought. ❝I don't see the issuing in seeking refuge with The Saints if things look grim here.❞

She closed her eyes and further rested on him as she went silent, thinking of more to say.

❝I think we could manage here, it's still concerning though.❞