Never did she ever imagine she would have traveled out of the country let alone find herself in Italy! Being in a foreign country was exciting! The diverse people, the peculiar language, and the different culture was quite interesting to the young woman. As always when she wanted to learn something new she would go to the books. Soaking up everything she could about the country, what to expect, and possibly some places to see. Although she was going to see her closest male friend get married she would also treat this time like a vacation. After all she never had a vacation before. Tetradore had told them to enjoy their time together out and about. Constantly the green-eyed man reassured her that the Ark would be well and that the business would run smoothly. It had taken a bit of poking and prodding for Raven to hear that Tetradore would promise and tell her that he would be okay. It was a lot to ask him to allow her and his best friend to be gone for a while. It was even more difficult to explain to her mate just where they were going and why. At the very least they accomplished the most important thing on their trip â€" attending Dorian's wedding without any problems.

The wedding was absolutely wonderful! Everything went extremely well! Their wedding was so beautiful. Being around guests of high influence and society was a bit nerve-racking. Speaking with royalty and dignitaries, she felt extremely out of place, knowing well that she didn't belong here at all. Everyone seemed friendly though, which was quite a hard thing to believe, but she had a splendid time with them. With Dorian and his husband gone they had the palace to themselves. The King said they could stay as long as they liked, and Tetradore had even told them to stay for a long while. It was kind of fun to spend time here within the palace. She enjoyed looking at the artwork and spending some time in the gardens or the library. Leaving Tobias to himself was a bit difficult to accept. She didn't want him breaking anything or getting into trouble. Although the staff seemed quite content to let the man roam about as he pleased. If she wasn't careful he would get far too comfortable that he might challenge Dorian to be the new King of Italy, and boy would that be interesting!

Instead of staying cooped up within the palace she was determined to go out and start working on that one particular project. Not only did she study up for her trip in Italy, but she was also studying up over that riddle Frost had given her. It was all troubling. She still had no idea what this scavenger hunt of sorts would take her. In fact she wasn't even sure if everything he told her was a lie or not. Trust was not something she could easily give to others and she wasn't going to start giving any to Frost. Raven would have to accept that she was taking a risk when dealing with him and anything he said. Pulling her mate away from all the comforts and luxury she brought him over to a park with a fountain. Walking down the Italian streets was quite fun and interesting. A small grin appeared on her face when she felt his fingers intertwine with her own rather pleased to see he was wanting touch. Although there was a small frown popping up instead since he was more interested in food. Gently she attempted to pull him away knowing full well he had only eaten 30 minutes ago. Rolling her eyes at hearing him complain she gave him a small smile, her tone playful.

"Oh come on Tobi, you can't be that tired."

Pulling him away from the food stall she led him over to a large park with some people walking about. Some people were walking along the path. Children were running and chasing one another. Some were walking their pets or riding their bike. There within the park was a rather large fountain that seemed to be the main attraction. The question from her mate wanting to know what she was looking for was answered with a silent looking. She had no idea where to even begin. Her mind was swirling as she recalled that annoying riddle. Tobias was one part of the piece. The beard of a woman would be possible. After all some women are capable of growing a beard. The roots of a mountain...a mountain wasn't a tree or plant. Sinews of a bear and spittle of the bird was good too! However the breath of a fish, well, that was interesting. One hand would pull back some of her golden-brown curls as she sighed softly shaking her head. Pulling out that medallion that was lying underneath his shirt, one thumb would run over the carving of the chained wolf, her gaze holding a sad look.

"Well, if we solve that riddle I told you about we'll be able to go to see Fenrir or at least see where he was last was. This medallion will lead us to something. It could be treasure, it could be books, who knows?"

Raven Clocksworth.