"Aye, an apprentice. Her teacher is still with her." Likewise, Skadi is a little relieved that she can speak of such matters and be instantly understood, not judged. What the lowlanders would say or do about a mage harboring a spirit in her is not something she intends to find out.

Once inside, she unbuckles and slips off the saddle, as well as the reins. "It sounds like he was. The gods must have thought you'd like some proper company, surrounded by lowlanders and the like." She flashes a quick smile and pats down Kodlak, leading him to the water trough. "Drink, my friend. You've earned it."