Ouroboros Spine First Breath

Cerne did not know what to do or what to say. He gazed at Kukutux, golden gaze unreadable. Eventually, after Keyni had spoken, Cerne decided to speak. If you want me to leave, then I will leave, but not before you've heard my side of things.

He took a deep, sharp inhale. My customs, my traditions, they were disrespected by Natigvik. That is why I left. I am sorry if I caused offense — that was never my intention.

He looked to Keyni once more, but his question was for Moonwoman. You would keep me from my children?