<em>Quiet pervades the air, though she hears soft stirring beside her as Arioch sets the girl down, though she hears the girl make a small murmur of protest, as if she doesn't want to leave the warrior's warm arms. Still, he must stand sentry, so he moves a little distance away, arranging himself as if he were sleeping, to divert attention while his senses remain alert, allowing Mariska slip into sleep.</em>