If I had words to make a day for you,
I'd give you a morning, golden and true.
I would make this day last for all time,
Give you a night deep in moonshine.
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The male's enthusiasm was contagious and Saul felt his own smile deepen in return. It was always gratifying to help another out and this was no different. His acceptance was met with a gushing thanks from the male, followed by promises. Saul nodded softly, accepting that the male would do his best to not let them down. It was difficult sometimes, especially in these uncertain times, to be sure that a member would stick around. His own brother and adopted daughter had stayed a week or two before going on once more, despite their reassurances that they were here for good. It had been a gutting discovery, but there was little Saul could do about it. Instead, he would continue to go through the motions, accepting those who wished to be here into their ranks.
The male turned to gather his possessions together, including the blue roan mare and the small dark cat. It would be good to have another horse and he hoped the cat would get on with Niernan's Ciaran and Grace's Leo. Couram motioned for him to take the lead, and he did with a bounce in his step. He thanked Oak and invited him to join them back to Jordheim. Their journey was quiet- he allowed Couram to take in the spectacular scenery Vinátta had to offer on their way to the village. He loved his pack and part of that was the land they laid claim to- it was lush and verdant, landscaped almost perfectly, he always thought.
They came to a stop in Jordheim and after asking the male to wait a moment, Saul disappeared into his and Lilin's home. Wrapped the bundle up, he exited holding it in his arms. Presenting the package to Couram was a ritual he'd been through many times. The deer skin that held the whole package together contained an elk pelt, a bottle of wine, a small dagger and the customary Frithr necklace that would mark him Vináttan. Welcome to Vinátta, Couram. You are welcome to claim a house in Jordheim, or the rest of out lands are at your pleasure. He spoke kindly, before allowing the white male to explore his new home and find his niche.
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