Nimbus Summit We took a back road

Lane appeared before Tuuluuwaq could answer for her. Issorartuyok bowed his head to his fellow leader, pleased that she had arrived safely. There were fewer things to worry about, now that they had drawn up the rear. A weight had been lifted from the northerner’s chest.

Only to be replaced by a new one.

Tuuluuwaq said that he had talked with Lane, that they had discussed a role as the Beta pair. The eldest Tatkret eyed them carefully, trying as best as he could to keep the worry from his face. Was this what Lane had been suggesting when she had brought up the idea of Issorartuyok remaining behind and allowing her to venture out? She did not want to lead with him. Feelings of inadequacy flooded his body. The man remained silent for a long time.

Have- Have I done something wrong? Lane? Am I not adequate to lead at your side?

The brown of his eyes searched her features.