Peeta stumbles slightly when Daine launches herself into his arms, but returns her hug warmly, even as his confusion grows. It's clear Daine knows where they are, and as she pulls away from him, the pieces start to fall into place for Peeta. By now used to being introduced to animals, he gives Cloud a wave and smile, but the matching "hello" catches in his throat when Daine proclaims that they're in Tortall.

"What? How are we in Tortall?" He glances around, half-expecting to see something that would identify their surroundings.