Blackfeather Woods lighter than an eiderdown

The exchange the words a few more times. A smile graces Shivali’s features. Perhaps it won’t be so dark living here, after all. Helping Maegi with something makes her feel like she does have purpose, no matter how small. She can still contribute more than physical violence and hunting. Maegi knows more, now, and in return, so does she.
 
“Hah-ppy?” she questions, watching the expression the girl makes and nods her head. “Yes, yes. Iggettuk. Hap-py,” she enunciates more than necessary, wagging her tail. For a while longer, they share a few words still, before parting for another day.