Approaching the fire while calling his spells to his mind just in case, Valen looked at the fire approaching it carefully, he dismounted a bit before reaching the spot, holding the horse's reigns while moving closer. "Hello to you all, got a room for a weary traveler to join you for the evening?" He spoke casually, looking about, though making sure to take an evaluating look at whoever might be present.<br/><br/>While it could be useful to sleep with others and have some security for the night, he made no mistake in thinking everyone on the road could be trusted. Though he'd let his impressions on the people color his assumptions a bit further.<br/><br/>Already impressed with Merta, he did not want to wear the horse out, preparing to pull out some of the feed for Merta to eat once tied up and waiting for the morning. Best that the horse got some good food and rest before they'd get on the road again.