บท 178: Ania Visits Puula

Taking a few minutes to think and ponder within her daughter's room, Puula looked about her as if to find inspiration for their next possible chat. But nothing came to mind from the empty, widely undecorated room.

"Excuse me, Mistress." A fox stopped at the open door, bowing his head to his chief. "Ania of the gorilla clan has come seeking an audience with you."

Nodding, Puula finally got up and exited the room. "Then I'll make sure to see her."

Her usual confidence as the fox clan's chief was immediately restored. Puula was precise with her every step as she returned to the great lounging area of the main building. Upon stepping inside, she let out a sigh of relief and a small bow. "I wasn't expecting a visit, but I'm never against meeting up with a friend."

"I'm glad to hear that." Ania smiled, already comfortable on a cushion. "Some chit-chat would be nice, but can we get work out of the way?"

"You came for work?"