[IRP] The Dead One Calls

[Toogee]

After Cecily agreed with plans to go to the village first, Paige turned back to Shad. She placed her hand on his shoulder as a gesture of comfort.

"I'll go with her and find a safe place to lay low," Paige said. "Join us when you're ready."

The librarian felt Shad needed time to grieve before moving on. At the same time, clearer heads needed to evaluate their predicament before walking into a losing fight. After her attempt to comfort Shad, Paige joined Cecily on the road, walking beside her horse.

"I was hoping our troubles would be behind us once we crossed the border," Paige commented about their situation. She was counting on a temporary respite from brigands and soldiers to soften the pain of leaving her homeland.