Naliya was a bit relieved to have others joining she and Lars outside but for some reason she also felt a little pang of disappointment. It made her begin to think about why she might feel that way. She had been thinking more and more about finding a man lately. Lars was one of those who was available after all. Suddenly it dawned on her that perhaps him asking to join her had been a way of him showing interest in her.... and then she had gone and invited the whole lodge. Why did she have to be so clueless when it came to such things? She couldn't help but smile softly at what Tamen said about Lars' ermine hat. It had made a striking contrast. She would have to keep it in mind for the future. She wasn't as skilled as Ayshia when it came to making clothing but she wasn't bad either. Perhaps she could make him something to make up for his unexpected Juju hat.<br/><br/>She smiled more brightly at Ayshia teasing both Tamen and Lorna about their old bones. Naliya had a lovely smile. It lit up her face and made her silvery-blue eyes sparkle. The young woman chuckled at Ayshia's question, "Well, I wasn't planning a snowball fight but if you come I'm sure you will find some way to start one. It will be nice to use the sweat tent afterwards to warm up though." She smiled gently at Tamen, "You just have to be patient, kind and gentle. I'm sure she will eventually warm up to you."<br/><br/>Valko chuckled and said, "Or maybe Tikka doesn't like your beard." Ever since Ayshia had entered the room he had been stealing glances at her with his golden and green eyes. He didn't know why it hadn't been until recently that he had noticed how beautiful a woman she had become. Perhaps it was because she was one of his sister's best friends. He didn't know but one thing he did know was she was lovely and lively and he would like to know her even better. He just didn't know if she was interested in him. She hadn't ever shown the least bit of interest in him in that way. He also didn't know how in the world to approach her about such a thing.