leaves of spring

"And the mud, and the raging rivers,"   The woman snorted and Locha joined in with a chuckle. The woman then surprised her by guessing her pack spot on. Eyes widening slightly Locha smiled. "Yup." she chirped. "Locha Elementas, Aqaelus of Donostrea, at your service. she said with a hint of sarcastic gusto. Her eyes widened further when the woman's companion was off her back in a flash and down near Locha's feet. It spoke up with a little "Hello." Locha giggled warmly. "Hello to you too." Looking back up to the woman with a slightly incredulous look, she said I don't blame you. I love the water, but I've had to cross one too many muddy rivers in the past few days."