Blackwater Islands sleeping with the moon and the stars

Kalika made the same remark about the lashing of Akantha's tail as had been made before; none at all. Instead, she ignored it, for she could feel the Matriarch's eyes on her, studying her reaction. It seemed as if Akantha was right in saying that neither of them were ready, but Kalika couldn't understand why a born (and raised) Nereid could be seen on the same level as she was. Perhaps in the current dynamic they were equals, but surely Salish held some sort of cultural upper hand?

She thought carefully before speaking, as she knew how much of an effect words could have. She had Calypso to look after now and she wasn't sure if having more children would be fair on her part, but she did long for the divine process of creation. Kalika desperately wanted to know what it was like to have life grow within her though she knew that she had someone else to think of now. Someone tiny, but even still bigger than she.

I think, Kalika began after sucking in a deep breath, that Salish is a wonderful candidate. You know best in regards to her preparedness, but I think that she is bright. You could easily guide her in the proper direction. As I said, I would love to be chosen for such sacred rites, but the pack and the Mothers come before my own longings.