Blackwater Islands Vicarious

Her question was cut off and permanently lost upon the arrival of the Matriarch, a pitch-furred woman who carried herself with grace and elegance. Mirroring Kalika, the tawny she-wolf hastened to display submission, flattening her ears , slouching her shoulders and tucking her tail between her heels. She remained silent, amber eyes lowered away from the other two as the future ambassador spoke an introduction to her. Kalika did a fine job, not missing any points of importance.

That's me, Salish punctuated, cautiously meeting the eyes of the dark leader. I pledge my loyalty to you and to my Sisters, m'am. She quieted her voice, which had been courteous enough, but carrying a note of excitement. As far as Salish knew, it was now time for Akantha to make her judgement.

... My siblings -- Tokitae and Chelan -- they should be along soon enough. It was added as an afterthought, in case Akantha held any curiosity regarding the whereabouts of her brother and sister.