Yuki also made an early night of things, knowing that his vitality came from careful preparation and rest.  If nothing else, if he started yawning before Kotone, his pride would hurt a little bit.  As they continued along, he had a feeling he might be carrying Kotone back.  However, he was not about to turn away from the sudden noise.  Could that be a large animal?  Someone training?  A threat to the village?  His mind ran through a few possibilities, but he stayed calm.  There was nothing to really worry about, at the end of all things.<br/><br/>Either way, he had to investigate to make sure he could ascertain whether things were safe, just as he investigated with the crocodile.  "Kotone, I'm going to check that out.  If we're on someone's training ground, it's better they know we're here by mistake and leaving."<br/><br/>He carefully crept off, trying to avoid drawing attention to himself.  The unfamiliar terrain and his boots made for poor stealth in combination, though...<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Mechanics</div><div class="spoiler_body"> 8 on a stealth check.<br/><br/>Yuki's luck is at an end.<br/>At 2016-08-04 23:16:21, TheFourthShade (uid: 55451) rolls: 1d20a3 Result: 8 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=92417)</div></div>