"That would be because I'm not from around here. Hence, I talk funny to you. Yet to others, you sound just as funny. Right now I don't want this artifact. I'm more curious then greedy. If it's dangerous, I may be forced to do something with it to protect inocents. And while I would normally respect your wish not to speak of it... I'm afraid I'm going to have to insist. Given that if what you say is true, they are watching, then there is no point in pretending that ignorance will save you. And if they are watching, then they know we know of this artifact and are traveling with you. That puts us in danger. Information is a weapon in of itself..." He trailed off as Shade grunted picking up a familar recent scent. "Company folks." He said looking forward. "Interesting company at that. Seems this is the place to find the oddities of the forest."  He eyed both Molly and Sally as he spoke.