The boy climbs down from the tree, seeing the tall woman looking at the Gate. After several hours of silence, he decides to make his presence known. He steps forward boldly, his earring glinting.
Greetings, high lady. I became lost in this forest. Could you tell me where we are?
His eyes seem suprisingly aware for one so young, a deep chestnut color. He stands cockily, watching the lady in blue.