[She is indeed, and it's fascinating. As worrying as a lost horse is, Ethlyn is almost glad that she has a chance to see Marianne bold and determined.

She follows, eyes going from side to side and even up to the branches occasionally to make sure that there's no danger sneaking up on their heels... and she nods in agreement to Marianne's remark.]

Yes... lanterns would be a help. The healing staff glows when I use it, but that's not something we can do wastefully. [Next time they venture into these woods, Ethlyn is definitely making sure they have light with them.] But the sooner we find her, the sooner we can return to Aldrip.