Sawtooth Spire Bridges

Of course, Aariak heard him, pressing the issue as soon as it came up. Even so, he accepted the alteration without fuss. Whew. There was nothing inherently personal to be revealed about the spine. Well, except for that time when Tonravik taught him how to fish. It felt like ages ago and he could still feel her reprimanding nips. The flesh on the side of his neck twitched at the memory. Through pain, he gained a new skill. Tonravik's teeth would not always be the answer, but back then, it was.
INDENTAariak's assent did not come as a surprise, but the invitation to teach him did. “That sounds wonderful.” He paused, the cogs in his mind turning. “Before we begin, can you tell me what “kapvik” means?” And Nanuk had told him “you will understand.” Yeah. 'Cause this guy's gonna tell me. Heh.