The elf smiles a weak smile when invited to share in a meal. "My name is Lorian. This is my family. We were mere farmers before the snows came upon us. The most unusual thing we encountered on our journey were a pack of white wolves. We were about to become thier prey when something scared them off. I know not what and do not care to know. I am sure it wasn't us."

Throughout the night Rannos asks various questions of the elves. Lorian answers all the questions as the other elves seem not to want to talk. "We did not lose anyone. We were lucky the night the wolves were upon us." "The snow is worse than any winter I have ever lived through." "We were coming from our farm. Keep following this road and you will run right to it. You are more than welcome to use it as shelter as you travel."

To Sister Megaera - "No, none of us are hurt. Thank you for your concern."

The elves stay with you though the night. In return for the hospitaility the elves insist upon keeping watch and letting you all get well rested for tomorrows travels.
He who walks in the shade shall never be the same.