Maintaining a tight hold on her arm, Jamie expertly guided her, supporting her whenever she stumbled over rocks and plants. With each step, he moved with a grace that defied the rugged terrain, as if the stubbled heath beneath his feet was a smoothly paved road bathed in daylight. Claire couldn't help but sourly reflect on his seemingly feline agility, attributing it to some mysterious cat blood that allowed him to sneak up on her in the darkness.