The flame's just going to settle itself under her hand, and it'll move right along with them without Kai having to consciously keep track of it. Which is a good thing, because he's mulling that over now that they're moving again.

"I can build a pretty decent one that won't burn down the forest, and even if we have to sleep outside, I'll protect you."

Seriously. He'd kick the ass of anything that went near her. Kai lets out an embarrassed laugh suddenly.

"But you're right, so a cave would be best."