Chapter Thirteen
Visitation
In the weeks following the discovery in the ravines, time for relaxation became scarce. An initial study of key environmental elements was required, but identification of ecological corner stones took time, patience and a keen ear for the song of the planet. In addition to this, Huldar had to make scheduled visits to other groups and write regular reports.
On an afternoon of sunshine after a morning of storms and rain, the humidity within the canyon was on the rise. Huldar sat on a rock and brushed a cloud of gnatish creatures from his face as he checked his notes.
“Ah, yes,” he muttered to himself. “The yellow moss and the strap-trees … synchronous reproduction linked by a pheromone.” He blew to dislodge a gnat from his lips and drew a line on the parchment
