Snooping

They followed their mounts' line of sight and noted the woman at the end of it and thought the helmis were alert to the presence of a stranger.

"These are our mounts, they're called Helmi," Duman explained, stroking the fur of one to soothe it and then hopping on.

Samael soon followed and climbed onto another of the mounts, stretching out his hand towards Elisha. She accepted his offer and sat in front, being encircled by the general's strong arms.

Zagan and Mara naturally rode together as, being commoners, they couldn't have direct contact with the jarlar.

The veiled woman pursed her lips as she noticed that the only place available was next to the teal-haired man who was extending his hand in her direction, inviting her to ride up with him.

The helmi Duman was riding swung its tails harder, while the other two lowered their heads in disappointment. Samael noticed the series of actions with puzzlement.