The princess granted him access to stay in her lands for a few days? How delighted he was! Finally he wouldn't be lonely and he had a home amongst the kingdom of willows. Grateful he was for such a kind offer from the princess. Why, he was just a rejected rogue from a broken family. His wish for a home and friend had been granted.
Though he didn't want to look silly with his excitement, so he acknowledged Princess Kigu with a respectful bow.
"Thank you, princess. I would be delighted to stay in your lands." He solemnly thanked the princess, an excited look spreading to his jaw. His eyes sparkled with adventure. This was it. A home and a friend. But not just any friend. He was friends with a princess.
He understood the fact that he would hunt and help build a den. But hunting was a breeze and came quite naturally to Dusk. Even in winter, the man has always been capable of sniffing out hidden rodents. Building a den? He knew what was a safe den and what wasn't. But he would think that through once they both got to work. And he also had to protect the princess, he knew the princess was quite capable of protecting herself with her many wise skills, but just to be on the safe side. But the willows were so peaceful and sheltered that surely no-one would bother to attack the two? And he knew that for sure. How? He just did.
Dusk knew he was going to enjoy his stay with Princess Kigu. It all seemed so...perfect. He knew the many willow trees approved of his decision. And he knew the princess also approved of his decision, why, she looked delighted herself! Remembering what the princess had asked, Dusk paced excitedly.
"Well, Princess, when do I start hunting?"
He couldn't wait to start. Start what? A new life. An exciting and happy life. The new life with Princess Kigu and Dusk Oaks...of nowhere in particular.