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The warrior would not argue with her. He respected her far too much to do such a thing.

It was clear that her words did not find a chord in him. Foxfur knew better. He had seen how well the structure of their people had done for them. Warriors protected, the young were trained to take their places, the elders were cared for, the stars were pleased. It did not mean that he would not accept the ways of others. He merely thought that the way of the Starsea was best.

The tired man remained with Kukutux until his eyelids ached. He accepted her medicines and a place of rest for the night. No dreams found him, just as she had promised.