The Time-Limit

"Chieftess, I don't think one night would be enough to come up with something well-detailed," Orion responded promptly.

Chieftess Zara nodded in agreement, "That is why I want you to give it your all and present your ideas to the Caretakers. They can figure out a way, or even add their own ideas to improve it further if possible. Do you understand what I am suggesting?"  she asked, her gaze fixed intently on Orion.

Resigning, Orion nodded his head in defeat, realizing that he couldn't win this argument, no matter how he stretched the conversation. It was better for him to leave and focus on the plan for reintegrating the children back into the village. He needed to figure out how to present his ideas to the Caretakers and hear their input.

"Alright," Chieftess Zara responded with a smile, pleased that he wasn't pushing his luck and accepting her decision. After what had transpired yesterday, she knew that both Fiona and Orion needed to be punished.