"Alright then," he answered softly, not really wanting to press any more, because he didn't want to agitate Ruby. Once his hand was free, he stuffed both hands into his pockets. "Lead the way, then."
With another small smile, Percy followed Ruby's lead, though he had his pen grasped in his hand within his pocket. As many times as Percy had been to Everdale without a problem, going anywhere near woods meant having to be prepared for what lived in them.