He takes the canvas and the stew with a grateful nod, taking a deep sip of the broth before answering. "They will guide us part of the way. Then there will be other. We must cross several territories to reach your family." Raven politics.

"The place is cold and bleak but there is no-one near. They are protected by isolation. I saw no danger or sickness thought the fair lady complains much of the dirt."