Andre's next visit was in four and a half days. It was just enough time to build a heated bed and let it dry, but the schedule would be tight.
Besides, the nights weren't too cold at the moment, so delaying a few more days wouldn't hurt. He could get the prep work done first, like chopping down some suitable trees and splitting the wood.
That way, even if Andre saw him, he wouldn't be able to guess what Lin was planning.
The injured wolf was also on his mind. He was afraid that if he waited too long, the creature wouldn't make it, and that would be a waste.
He returned to the spot where he had found the arrow fletching the day before and followed the trail. As he walked, he began running through various scenarios of what might happen when he encountered the wolf pack.
Birch trees weren't easy to climb; spruce trees were better. But a tree that was too short was useless, and if it was too tall, the lower trunk would be a problem.
