7. PursuitErin settled herself at the foot of a tree, weary to the bone. She pulled her cloak over her head, wishing it could make her anonymous. She could take care of herself, but the Eagle Riders would not dare let her out of their sight. They made no mention of it, but she saw them find their own spots to rest, placing themselves so she was in the centre of the group. A short distance away, Anca and Astrith tended to Petrana. Erin folded her arms, watching as they called Aiden over to help them. The Eagle Riders were just as angry with Aiden as with her, but they still let Aiden help, while they confined her to the useless activity of staying safe. At least they had not taken her sword from her. If she ever was allowed close enough to a battle, she would show them all what Erin Brandr

