She placed her hand on his arm, a silent gesture of thanks for his kindness and regard. The days were less lonely with his family about, whether in the woods or on her porch. Seeing them was a balm against the quiet.

"For everything this place is, it offers second chances. Robb and I discussed that once." It seemed so long ago, was it really near a year in this world? "You should walk with me in the mornings. I don't know whether or not you hunt at that time, but I should love your company?"