Bramblepoint migrations

The girl answered the question smoothly and Sitala appreciated the ease with which they could communicate. It was easier for Sitala to handle men because of how simple-minded they were, and while she came from a family replete with women, they were often too strong-minded for Sitala's tastes. This was simple though. The girl was young and curious (much like Sitala's own daughters) which would make her an easy mark. If this girl came from a similar-minded family then the Tuktu-Arnaq would have their work cut out for them.

No. She said in answer to the girl's question. Then, a smile crossed her lips—but there was something off about it. In all the years she had been alive Sitala was accustomed to faking it around the men and it was strange for her to put on this false identity, this mask, for anyone else but those she intended to maim. It is beautiful here, though. How long has this been yours? Of course, she meant that to mean the pack's, but was being a little coy.