[Amanaduial the archer]

A grim look of determination had settled across Haven's face. She didnt run very fast, true, but she could still keep up at a moderate jog, which was all they needed.

Fionel glanced at the girl. She had seen her almost seem to wince when Fionel had called her Hay. Another mistake. They ran on in silence, as did the others, Fionel and Haven at the front, Doranna, Santiara and Lanbriel behind them, with Desolyn and Turos at the back. The conversation was not extensive, as it used up valuable energy, but there still seemed to be a much better atmosphere between the threesome than between Fionel and Haven. Fionel sighed. She had resented Haven at the start, but she couldnt hold a grudge against her, just because she was fortunate to have held a more luxurious job. Besides, they did have some things in common...

"I'm sorry for calling you Hay, Haven." Fionel said finally. Haven looked at her surprised, and almost stumbled. Her eyes seemed incredibly sad for a moment.

"No...no, its...never mind." Haven sighed and once more they lapsed into silence, but this time with both struggling to find a subject. Eru, this is going to be a long journey...