Nova Peak Feels like I'm the only one that's sick of playin'

They spoke little on the way there, partly since they'd picked up a proper loping speed and talking in that mode was next to impossible. The glacier along the path was beautiful to look at; it was something he hadn't noticed before. The last time he had come here, he'd been looking for Aphrodite and had been more focused on finding her than the majestic scenery.
Upon arrival, Takiyok called for leaders of Sagtannet. Her silky voice ringing through the air tempted him to join her, but he resisted the urge. Her cry felt rallying and intensified his excitement. He had to shift his weight to one side to help get rid of the anxiety he was feeling. It was hard to place why he was feeling it.
I should have brought a gift. People like gifts, he announced, looking sidelong at her. He was joking, sort of, maybe. He gave Takiyok an uneasy smile.