Ouroboros Spine The city of the moon

Foxfur explained what she had feared: the boy was not only on the run, but possibly afraid of being found. She nodded in understanding and agreement to the terms, wishing she could do more to help.

My eyes will search for him, and my voice will sing for you if he comes this way, she said. Sialuk realized she had not given her own name, though she was quick to correct her mistake.

I am called Sialuk, Ulloriaq, beta of Moonglow. A sudden sweep of self-consciousness overcame her, an uncommon emotion in her, and she struggled to press it down. She wished to sweep herself away and hide from these men, her inner voice telling her she was speaking too highly of herself. This Foxfur did not care of her title; he was seeking a child.

I do not wish to keep you from your search, she said, the words flowing more quickly than the others had.