Moonsong Glacier terra

"No snow, and the spirits still sleep," Tulugak reported.

What a relief, she replied, breathing deeply and sending a silent prayer of thanks to Sedna. That makes my heart happy to hear.  They were playing with fire; snow could fall at any given moment, and the other wolf decided to descend so they could converse. She nodded in agreement, thinking that was the best plan.

I will send a prayer to Sedna for your safe passage, she said. Thankfully, she hadn't made it too far up, so the walk back would be quick.