Moonspear I'm gettin' tired and I need somewhere to begin

she is bein' dramatic, hehe.

She melted into him, even though his answer would call him away from the spear. Sialuk pulled away to seek his gaze, knowing that what he said was true. If not to all, then to him. It was a journey he must make on his own, to seek out his kin and whatever questions he may have of them. She knew she could not make him promise to return, but she wished for it in her heart. He had become dear to her. Sialuk would not be selfish.

It will calm your spirit, she said, not a question but a statement. You will be missed, but I will not seek to keep you prisoner here. Sialuk did not ask if he would return, knowing that she may not enjoy the answer. The starwoman reminded herself of the others that would warm her bed and comfort her in his absence. Perhaps she would call upon Chakliux. Her way of loving was, after all, meant to make the absence of loved ones easier to bear.