[@Emera Lore]
Emily nodded. In the darkness, Emily placed a hand on Aelas' shoulder. 
"I heard my brother tell you he loved you too. But, you did not respond. I think he either felt ignored, or that maybe you lied. You need to talk to him."

She followed her out of that darkness. 

Eric was outside waiting for them. He was dead silent for a time. He blinked, frowned, and looked at Aela when he heard her cough. Once she was fine, he actually looked a little relieved. But, then he looked away again. He simply shrugged at her question. 



Emily sighed. 
"The swampy region, too dangerous for most people."