Zayda approached his laughing self slowly with a deep frown and when Evian appeared not to notice her with his eyes closed and his body radiating mirth, she raised herself over him, made her presence unignorable until he opened one eye, and beamed at her,
"Hey."
"Hey yourself. So did you get what you wanted?" Zayda asked with a tone that made it clear she was still annoyed that Evian had dragged Astrid out of the Western Fort with an idea she still did not think had merit.
"I did actually, yes. Thanks for caring."
"Will you tell me what it is you wanted?" Zayda asked.
Evian opened his mouth, only to be interrupted by the sounds of the return of all those who had ventured into the Forest to discover hideouts. They had discovered many and by the might of their Superior numbers and overall prowess, they razed it all to the ground.
After that, it was all about spoils.
