"Good luck to you as well," Jon said, tipping his head to the man in thanks. Cougar was the sort to be a quiet man, introspective, and Jon could respect that. He contributed a lot to the village and he hoped, sincerely, that he worked out his issues with his lover and found happiness.

For whatever came to assail them in this place, Jon felt they all deserved to carve out a bit of peace and love for themselves.