Danee had no trouble keeping up despite her height; the care Karl had to take while walking along the uneven streets ensured their pace was unhurried.

"That's really nice of you, thank you, Rukeewei," Sabine said. "And when we see your brother next, we will have to congratulate him." Sabine turned to Karl. "The inn, the Wamasu's Nest, it's quite nice. Do you feel like anything to eat or drink when we get there?"

Karl had his shyness on full display. "Oh, I, uh...I think I am alright for now. Thank you." He tried to smile. "Just trying not to sweat. I might turn into a prune."

"Excuse me," Danee said to Karl. "What is it you are looking at?"

Karl appeared confused for the brief moment it took to realise why Danee had asked. He smiled with good nature. "I am not looking at much I can clearly describe, I'm afraid. My eyesight is particularly poor. That's why Sabine here is helping me."

Sabine smiled. She waited for Meesei to answer Rukeewei's question, if she had any needs, before continuing. "Rukeewei, I was wondering about your sister-in-law, Speaks-With-Thread. How is her tailor business faring? We might visit to get Karl clothes that he will not turn into a prune in."