"Thank you, boy," the man said to Seth, looking into his eyes as they neared the cottage. The man's eyes were piercing, the color of milk chocolate, eyeing Seth intently as he extended a hand toward Seth. "My name is Colin of Cambria. Please feel welcomed to my home." Colin grabbed Seth's right arm in a strong grip from elbow to hand in a handshake, as Seth slid from the unicorn's back.
Seth nodded appreciatively. "My name is Seth. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Colin's eyes went blank abruptly as he looked into Seth's eyes. "The pleasure of the meeting is all mine," Colin said blankly without a smile.
Seth nodded reluctantly with a half smile, feeling a bit uncomfortable, noticing the elder man's coldness.
"You are welcome to stay with us for a spell, if you like."
"If you don't m
