Tamora Pierce said this quote

Once she was certain, she didn't waiver. I had to make her stop for water or a bite to eat. She obeyed, but she was restless. As clear as if she spoke to me, she was saying, Very well, I know you want to keep my strength up, but scent fades, you know!And I'd say, I know, girl, but you're what I have and I'm going to take care of you.