Ouroboros Spine nature of life on earth

She understood, and she hoped that Meerkat would not find anything she did not wish to see. Sialuk said a silent prayer to the spirits, old and new, for Meerkat and those she sought to find.

The touch from Meerkat was gentle and more intimate than she had expected, and Sia’s skin felt warm for a moment. When the Redhawk pulled away, Sialuk felt herself wishing to go with her, but her place was here with anaa. She must remain strong for Kukutux; she must bring her back to health.

She watched for a little while longer, then turned north. She needed to hunt. Not just for her sake, but for anaa’s.