"You, you don't young lady."  The man said, doing his best to sound cheerful despite something apparently being on his mind.  "These summer storms can get bad and if my aching knee is any judge, and its always been the best around these parts, this storm here is going to be a doozy."  They reached the cabin the stranger opened the door.  Inside was small but cozy.  There was a strong fire going in a fire place at the north end of the room.  "Take a seat.  I'll get you two some tea."

"Thank you sir."  Jim said, choosing the second nearest love seat to the door.  He sank down into it and the little mareep quickly bounced on his lap and curled up.