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The Goliath knew her words would sting the other in a way that cut deeper than she could ever imagine. They were not words to be spiteful, but moreso, out of caution, as Vah’lux had her fair share of dealing with darker forces than the one standing only a few feet from her. However, the [i]primal[/i] side of life she most certainly understood, and respected to a degree. It was the early teachings -both physical and spiritual- of her people that kept the Goliath grounded throughout the trials and tribulations. Primal knowledge of one's heritage was important. She glanced at the small fire Brennen conjured in his cupped hands, and nodded in acknowledgement. Certainly nothing special, but still something, she supposed. 

However, what had caught the tribe woman off guard was the mention of a “debt” that the human mage felt as though he owed her. At first she was about to reject the offer, instinctually wanting nothing more to do with a wandering stranger who most likely didn’t want to be in the Goliath’s presence anyway. But, she stopped herself, and instead went against her better judgement out of a glimmer of respect for such honor and dignity being shown at the moment.

“Just know I will not be responsible for your safety.” She said after a few moments of mulling it over in her head, leaning slightly on tall glaive while peering down at the man. “I do not carry extra rations or water, and any food will need to be obtained by your own hands.” The disclaimer did seem to come off rather harsh, but in the back of her mind, she hoped the mage would reconsider the offer and go about his own business. 

“Otherwise...” She sighed. “You are welcome to accompany me.” The statement was followed by a nod, before turning her sights toward a cluster of trees in the distance, this time on their side of the river. 

“The path to the south is being watched, and the Goblins won’t forget what happened back at the camp. We will continue to head west, but be on guard.” She said, putting a large hand on Brennan’s shoulder and giving the human a bit of a squeeze. “As these creatures have a nasty habit of picking on the smallest first.”

Vah’lux gave the other a wry grin and a gentle pat as she turned and headed toward the intended direction.