Sam
Did you exchange a walk on part in the war for a lead role in a cage?
Loren's distress surprised Sam at first, but he found he was actually somewhat touched by the man's concern. Still, it was a good reminder that it would indeed be prudent to get out soon - he had just so badly wanted to be a part of what he'd been preparing for all Longheat, found it deeply unfair that he wasn't allowed in after improving the Fae's access (the legitimacy of this view was indeed doubtful).
He hadn't been expecting a gift in return. "Oh. Thank you -- I'll leave now, I promise." With that, he clutched the painting tight and headed briskly out of the woods, walking quick enough to get out soon, but trying to still stay quiet and slight on his feet so he wouldn't be seen; perhaps he had not been able to stay for long, but he still entered the Outskirts with a smile on his face, especially as he looked down at the gift he had received.
