55 In view of the close proximity of these Kimoran forces, Sasha and her companions revisited their efforts to disguise The Woodland Rover, cutting branches and draping them over any section of the boat that might be visible through gaps in the overhanging branches under which they had hidden it. Then the whole group retired further into the forest to consider their options. Although it was still mid-afternoon, more supplies had been carried ashore in preparation for having dinner and spending the evening within the forest while they worked out what they would do about the column of troops. “Woodfolk are willing to do all they can, short of being seen,” reported Waterstone, as he pushed a long branch further onto the newly lit fire. “Our attacks from the trees overcame the incursion forc

