"Guess they don't like people," Zoe said, shrugging. "Not sure why anyone would be that way. Can't imagine they've all had a bad day at the same time."

Fiona was beyond exhausted at this point. Listening to Shela all night had left her with a pulsing headache, but she didn't feel like expending the effort to try and make her stop. At this point, it appeared as though the dwarf was sticking to them, whether they wanted her or not. Fiona almost wished for a fight, so that Shela could actually prove to be useful. 

"I can see why they might not be welcoming to us," Fiona admitted, looking over the group. They were a fearsome bunch, really, and without knowing their intentions, these people were right to be cautious. No doubt they knew of the other village's experiences with slavers and bandits. Not all outsiders were to be trusted. "Still... does seem a little odd."

"Well, nothing to do but go look around, right?" Zoe asked, starting forward. "No use waiting here. Maybe someone here has seen one of your disappeared friends."