Sick and Tired

The Heh, that leaves her lips in response to his apology sounds dry. “What do you have to apologise for? You have a pack to lead, and I wasn't going to distract you from what needs to be done.” She shrugged back into his embrace, allowing her eyes to drift closed for just a moment. It was unfortunate that she couldn't return to her room, but by the same token it was nice to be away from the children for a moment. The crackle and pop of the logs on the fire had a lulling effect, but now that she had company she should probably try and stay awake. “What news of the outside world? Once my feet are back beneath me, I should try to do some rounds I suppose...” If Deluge still intended to leave and take Scald with her, someone would have to be out there keeping an eye on things.

“Speech.”