Moonsong Glacier akiaguk ¤ {m}

The mention of Chakliux didn't do what it once did to her. It was as though a switch in her mind had been flipped recently; he and his wives had each other, and there was no room for her in his heart, as much as she wanted there to be. She had realized this when Kilgitsuk had begun to come around. He had started to take up the places where the seal-hunter once belonged. While she realized how unfair it was that she moved on so quickly—especially after admitting to love him! did she love him?—this was not something she would dwell on, especially if she and the trader continued to get to know one another.

When they wandered through the sentinels and made it to the caves, Ariadne's head was spinning—but in a good way this time. She took her time inspecting each cave and eventually decided on one that suited her needs. It was average in size, with natural shelves jutting out from the walls to the left. She stood before them, admiring them. This will be where I build my altar, she decided, looking up at him excitedly. Aside from the built-ins, there wasn't anything noteworthy about the cave, but it would do. What do you think?? she asked, her breath shallow as she spoke. Then, testing the waters, she said with a sly smile, I think the cave next door is available.