That gets Inessa to laugh softly. "Oh, I learned that early on, when mine was just a pup. It took some adjustment, but now I find that sound comforting. It would be stranger not to hear it." Now, it's just white noise that lets her know it's alright to let down her guard and rest. If Garahel thinks there's no danger, there isn't.

Eyes on Baldewin, she smiles softly. "I was that age when taken to the Circle. The Templar assigned to bring me there realized I had nothing but the clothes on my back, so when we stopped for supplies, he bought me this large, plush mabari with a red ribbon around its neck. I was so impressed by it, that I had to show everyone when I arrived."