Backwards Moon (16 page)

“Maybe there are marmots here,” said Bracken. “Or we could try talking to some sea lions, maybe.”

“Otters,” said Nettle. “
I
think otters would be way more interesting than sea lions.”

They were still arguing when they went to bed, but it didn't matter, really. They had lots of days ahead of them.

And tomorrow would be a fine one for flying.