To The Top Of The Mountain

Moving up the rocky mountainside was proving easier for Kiela than Svala, but she was in no real hurry to climb the peak quickly. When it came to exploring and navigating harsh terrain she was often content to enjoy the journey as much as she did the destination. The sights alone were worth her taking her time, as far as she was concerned. Though the sights near the top would grew infinitely more breathtaking, there was beauty to be found in all living things, so even at their lower elevation Kiela was enthralled with the surroundings. She studied one particularly gnarled pine tree, teeming with vibrant green needles, before redirecting herself toward Svala, who was marking another tree. Getting lost didn't bother her personally, but Svala seemed to be more concerned with knowing her path, and Kiela wouldn't argue that.

"Yes, a workout," she agreed with a faint smile. There was little she could think of that was more rewarding than a good rest after an adventure like this one; after such a climb it was impossible not to sleep soundly, given how vigorously your muscles had been working. "Is hard to say," Kiela speculated, reflecting on her question. This particular peak seemed to be a smaller one but she'd often been surprised to find snow at the top of even smaller mountains. She heaved herself up, taking a shortcut in the terrain and using her longer limbs to her advantage to leap onto a rocky outcrop, temporarily passing ahead of Svala. She had no intention of staying in the lead, merely scouting ahead for a moment while her smaller acquaintance caught up.