A chipmunk scurries up to Remiel's nose as he waits for the spirit to return with water. The little thing nudges him once, then looks right at him.

Are you going to be okay? it seems to ask.

Remiel smiles just a little, then nods slowly. I'll live, the gesture answers. Did you all find her for me?

The chipmunk nods, looking very proud. We made sure she was the best around.

A sigh of relief, a deep breath, then, finally, Remiel seems to relax his shoulders, which he hadn't even noticed were so tense. Maybe I don't scare you all as much as I thought.

Remiel laughs a little at the chipmunk's chittering response and broad miming act. You're scary all right, but you're the one who keeps us all safe.