Pod can't help giggling a little as the snow is thrown into Lia's face, though she is quick to pull out her bedroll--not quite a blanket, but it will do in a pinch, as the blanket is in use--and gestures for Lia to use it to wrap around herself when Lia returns.

She answers Lia's question while setting the weasel next to the flames. "As long as I'm needed, and I don't see that need ending any time soon. It will be a cold spring for me! Though I hope this accursed weather is put to. It cannot be natural."

After a pause, she adds. "Thank you for the help. Every little thing will improve our chances of reducing the lives taken by this."