The terrace looked too small until The Sixth Knot began descending toward it.
From the cabin, Rod could see the three mooring pillars and the dark line of the forest beyond them. Nothing marked the place on his map except Tessa's small square. Kesh circled once, letting the crew inspect the stone before he approached.
Tessa pointed out the repaired corner through the window.
"Keep your packs clear until we finish securing the vessel."
Rod waited with the others while Belda and Orin worked. The ship touched gently against its landing supports. A line tightened, the deck settled, and Min reduced the lift. Only then did Tessa open the cabin door.
The air smelled of rain despite the clear sky.
Dirk stepped onto the stone first. He studied the forest edge while Rod helped pass down their packs. Dain moved his shield clear of the mooring line. Lana followed with Midnight inside her bag, his dark head showing beneath the flap.
Nessa looked toward the trees.
"Quiet."
