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Álarr worked to slow his pace so the pup wouldn't have to race too much to keep up with him though it took some conscious thought to do so. He was so used to just striding ahead. It was a good reminder to slow down and take in the landscape around him. It was a gorgeous spring day. The sun was shining and the breeze was light and gentle. The sky was a sheet of blue with a few clouds here and there but nothing that spoke of bad weather to come.

"Yes, quite often. Spring is a good time to gather and preserve what I can for the winter." And after such a long winter his stores were almost completely depleted. He listened as the boy directed him. "You're doing well," he encouraged as he followed just a pace behind.