Making a camp

You think over things for another hour or so as you walk. A sharp whistle snaps you back to reality. Krest speaks up addressing the group.

“The scouts were spotted just down that hill through the trees. We’ll set up a temporary camp up that hill.” He says pointing to a hill on the other side of the road. “As per your suggestion Baxter, we’ll leave some meat by the road to attract a hunting party. We will ambush the hunting party and follow their trail back to their camp where we can figure out what we’re dealing with here. Iyda, Petra, you two start on a fire and Baxter and I will handle the rest.” Krest and Baxter begin securing the perimeter of the camp site and seem to be setting defenses.

Grabbing some nearby sticks and dry grass, you and Petra begin to work at creating a fire. Between the two of you, you manage to get a small flame going and you wait for it to grow in size. You watch her place a small enchantment over the fire as it’s light dims but the heat remains. As you kneel together by the fire, Petra gently places a hand on your leg as she looks up at you concerned.

“You were quiet on the way here, is there something bothering you Iyda?”

“Huh oh na, was just thinkin’ about the job is all.” You reply giving a reassuring smile.

“It’s okay, you don’t need to be tough in front of me. We’re both bronze class and besides I think girls should stick together.” She says giving your hand a reassuring squeeze.

Petra seems unlike your other two traveling companions. Aside from the obvious, she’s a lot **** and seems to have an innocent outlook on the world. If something is bothering you, she would be the one to talk to. It’s a clerics duty to help others after all.