If he voiced that complaint, Numair would have explained the difference. But since he hadn't... The tall man turned to face the fortress. "We should make it there within two hours, at a good walk," he said. Then glanced back at Daine. "That is if someone can stay out of the ocean long enough?"

She rolled her eyes. "Learned my lessons, thanks, no more turning off my heart, and no more getting pummeled by sea lion bulls for not warning them when I come close to their mates. Besides, there aren't any whales within my reach at all."