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The woman's heart was twice the size of others, Kigipigak reasoned to himself as he listened to her. It had to be, as she was so quick to make such offers to him. He did not immediately respond to her first question because he was so surprised.

Then she went on to ask about numbers; but of course, he hadn't thought she would want to be a part of their little family so quickly, and was tongue-tied as he considered it. A rare moment for Kigipigak as he liked his own booming voice.

This trade sounded a lot like what he had organized once with Njord, of Sapphique. In that instance he had agreed to hunt upon Natigvik land in exchange for spar training for himself and his son.

Amalia could get a good meal, fishing experience, and the lay of the land for herself while Kigipigak would have one more body to keep his sons safe. It felt too good to be true.

Then you will have plenty of time to learn my name. His tone was one of jest, though he was serious, surprised, and ultimately pleased with the arrangement. I will show you to our camp. You may meet my wife there, and prepare for our journey with her.

That was his way of accepting Amalia; that and a brief sweep of his tail. We are preparing to leave soon. There will be many chances to hunt and to fish, and for you to learn all you need. Welcome to our village.