Claude nodded and lead the way. As they made their way down the hall, Hector and Jerome joined them and the group exited the castle. The snow was falling lightly on the ground and the trees were frosted. Claude had one arm wrapped around Stella as the cold bit into him, doing his best to keep her warm. Jerome went off ahead, still in sight, but scouting for the party. "Alright, can you recall anything about when your father left?" Claude asked.<br/><br/>Claude's senses were on high alert, every sound, and sight was amplified. He never really noticed this increase in his senses before, but then, he was never really looking for anything before. The sunlight was being reflected by the snow, making the light bright and vibrant, perfect for looking for anything. A fresh coat of snow meant any new tracks would be easy to spot