Mel paused in his steps to give Deepali a big wink. "Two days, count on it!" he called after her. It was something he was looking forward to. A very great deal.

But for now, if he didn't hurry his steps and catch up, Sas would have his ears. He'd rather not piss her off at the very end of the journey, or he might not ever get to leave the pride's lands again!