Stone Circle The secret life of daydreams

Nanook felt her nervous grin soften. Nikai's presence soothed her, somehow. His demeanour was calming, and as Desna glanced her way, Nanook felt the final threads of her tension lift. Though her movements remained stiff, she eased herself onto her haunches and relaxed beside her sister.

She pressed her ears forward to listen to Nikai's recount, comfortable to reside in the lowlight, and to allow him to take centre stage. Admittedly, Nanook felt rather distant from the exchange. Even the mention of Keoni's hurt brought little stirring, but she cast a sidelong glance at her sister, because she felt the worry leech from her voice, and she knew this troubled Desna.