"Unless its genesis was magical in nature." Claire sets about proving his point, even though none of Solvunn's locals have quite the green thumb she does. It does otherwise look to him to be an ash tree in every way. "You can add it to the list nonetheless, below your mushrooms and that berry tree."

Something to look for next time. What he's proposing might be more of a scavenger hunt than a proper foraging trip. Adam had been on one once, though it had been more of a 'find a pinecone' affair than 'locate the sacred grove'.

By the time Claire makes it back to his side, there's a bundle to carry back for each of them. He's kept in mind Claire's human limits but he hasn't insulted her. The wood is still fresh and heavy and the hike back out of the woods may leave her wishing for a healing hand to help with her back (but hey, that's the other reason he's here). Michael's load meanwhile is a little heavier. He's sectioned the tree up, but what he hefts over his shoulder is still very much a log rather than firewood ready for the pyre. He'll break it down the rest of the way when they get there.

"This is at least two trips' worth, but I doubt we need worry about anyone stealing it from here."

It was hard enough to find in the first place. That said, he motions towards the edge of the clearing with his free arm. Lead the way.