From the deep thoughts about his future path came a short nap that replenished his stamina significantly.
Although it couldn't be compared to a full eight hours' sleep, given their current location, it was more than enough for Northern.
When he woke up, the rest had also risen, the fire had been extinguished, and everyone seemed prepared to move forward.
He silently rose from his sleep, stretched his body and savored its fulfillment, then studied everyone's expressions, determining their state of mind.
They all seemed fine for now. The Lieutenant's subordinates looked somewhat tamed and conversed amongst themselves, although Shane looked a bit paler than before they'd gone to sleep.
Alystren seemed to be in a great mood, while Shin was just there, nothing out of the ordinary, his face laden with focus.
Ryan was silent, leaning against one of the trees behind them with his eyes closed and arms folded.