Getting to Old Bear Boe wasn't easy. By the time they had gotten to his place, they were worn out and frustrated. Boyce had made countless efforts to ditch Merilyn, but they were all unsuccessful. After all the efforts made, they were finally glad to have reached their destination.
Finding the old bear in the mountains wasn't difficult at all. The snow made it possible for them to trace him. He had built an igloo on the mountain, and it seemed to serve him well. He was happy to receive guests as he was always alone. Boyce and Merilyn's odour made it impossible for them to stay in the igloo. He instructed them to go down the mountain. There was a lake nearby where they could freshen up. The lake wasn't natural, so the water wasn't frozen. Boe had assured them the water would be warm, and w
