[ Given the serious slant of her own expression, Gwendolyn is equally concerned. Nonetheless, the second question earns a nod. ]

Somewhat. The trail to the south-west loops around, but is a more solid path. Safer for transporting the injured and youngest children.

The western path is smaller - more like a goat track than anything else. I do not trust it to hold were the heavier of our forces to travel it, but those quick on their feet should find it somewhat challenging.

[ A sigh is uttered, before the Valkyrie regards the border and its guards with a frown. ]

Have things been secure thus far?