Hoshor Plains obasan

There was a noticeable distance between them, one which she would keep. Although most men during this week had sent her on edge, there were a select few she felt she could tolerate, and Chakliux was one of them. He was a familiar face with a complicated history; the children within her could have been his if things had been different. But she did not grieve this alternative reality. She was happy with the way that things had turned out.

Dutch was injured but was in Kukutux's care. She breathed a sigh of relief. I will make sure to go and visit him, she said, mostly to herself. I am glad you both are back—my mind rests easier now knowing you are here.

Although the monster wasn't slain, based on his prize, it seemed they'd done a number on him, and she nodded approvingly. Good work, she praised, focusing briefly on the pelt he held. Do you plan to hunt him again? Perhaps in the spring when I have more wolves to offer you? Ariadne wanted to see this evil out of their home as much as he did.