🍁Nine Ancient Obelisks

Inak's journey home was uneventful, without another encounter with Lidia, but the owner of the house wasn't there – only the Dog barked happily at the sight of the old acquaintance.

—And who do we have here? Recognized me, huh? —leaning against the gate, the young man looked around. —Where's your owner? Out fishing, perhaps, leaving you in charge? Well, keep watch. We'll wait. —He pulled a freshly sealed pack of treats from Sugara out of his pocket and waved it in the air. —Did you think I'd come without a gift? Or do you only eat from strangers' hands?