Blackwater Islands come to me and we shall dance

In response to Hemithea's low rumble, Kalika's smile dropped and her hackles raised slightly. Although they were sisters of a pack and Sisters under the Mothers, Kalika knew that she was higher than the other. She was the Matriarch's right hand and just close enough to becoming an Adept for her to confidently hone her strength and prowess. It's fine, she said in a monotone retort, her eyes remaining on the other blanched woman's.

How are you settling? Kalika asked, wondering how she was finding herself on the islands after being so keen on staying away.