#baronyofthesilverwolf

“Perhaps then, Sir Sergei?”

“I was entertaining a notion of sending Miss Gwen there to visit a noble court. Perhaps I should escort her, and look into this.”

"Well, Sir Sergei would be honored to talk to you I am sure. He's rather impressed with what he's heard of your kennels"

“I had worried that he may judge me unwise in having pups and foals at the same time. In my defense, Mischka took the initiative out of my hands on that score. She is a sly creature, and I think your pup may be the wisest of her litter.”

"Sounds like a warning to keep an eye on her"

“She knows her own mind, which is not a terrible thing.”

A smile at that "She and I have that in common." A thought "Oh, Aiden. I should tell you that I came here not just to say hello to you, though that was my delight... but also to bestow a few gifts on your staff for their competence and kindness. Small gifts really, but i overstepped I will apologize to you"

He looks a bit surprised. “I would be surprised if any would refuse a thoughtful gift. ... do you imagine... from what you have seen of my people. Do they feel... slighted?” A concerned expression.

"Not by you, Aiden. " She says And takes his hand "Aiden, if anything, they miss you at times. I hear Gwen has coaxed you into eating more with them. For that I'm grateful. "

"I hate to take the time away from my work. There is so much to be researched..." A sigh. "But taking on a Fledge is a responsibility. I would not have it said that I shirked my duty in such. And Miss Gwen has seen ugliness enough - far more than a girl her age should. Than any mortal should bear, ideally." He frowns, remembering her background. "Perhaps EarthRunes would have been better for her to grow into." A rare beast - an Ailil showing doubt? But, he shakes his head. "No matter. She is here now, and I will do my best by her." .. "WE will." He corrects.

" I knnow you will." She says and nods "Please, let me know if Rivervale can assist. I am sorry to hear she had a dark past. Seems to be all too common."

"I will see that she visits Dark Gate. There are trolls there, and my thanes advise that she would benefit from more of her kith to learn from." And offers, "If any trolls from Rivervale wished to visit, you may invite them."

"I will." She assures "Now, Aiden, I have seen you smile and would see it again. So.. tell me more about the flickerfoals and walk with me?"

"I trust your judgement. Though, I would ask that you keep word of the possible Flickerfoal sightings to yourself for the time being?" Apologetic. "It is not that I mistrust you, it is just very easy for the smallest rumor to carry - and then the entire population may be at risk if treasure hunters sought them without the creature's wellbeing at heart." He gives the mare a pat and leaves her to enjoy the sunlit pasture as he walks with Nadeen. "I first suspected that there may be something worth seeking from a tale in Arabian nights..."

She ponders "The only one I would be tempted to tell would die defending them for the same reason you seek. But yes, I shall keep this still until you say otherwise. " then she walks with him and listens to his stories

(End scene)