more than just clothes,” he said. “They’re a part of who I am.”

She looked him up and down disapprovingly.

“They smell like it too,” she replied. “I was going to ask you to stay here awhile and watch over her. I guess your smell might at least keep the predators away.”

“If you want me to watch her then just ask,” he said. “I can do without the insults.”

“Just being honest,” she said as she glanced up at him.

She brushed past him, the scent of wildflowers following in her wake as she headed up the trail towards the village.

He watched her go, wondering as she walked away what was going on in her mind. When she was out of sight he entered the temple, crossed the cold stone floor to stand b...

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