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Yes, Aokatti! Her eyes shone with recognition and excitement; what a small world! But as Meerkat continued talking, she could feel the elation slip away and frowned. Nothing good would come from them joining their village; Asivaq had burned too many bridges, and she wouldn't dream of taking Meerkat and Njord down with her.

You do not want us in your village, she warned the other woman with a heavy sigh. My husband and I are estranged from the sunshine people, and we follow the way of Tartok, which is much different. Because of us, you do not want the moonvillages to turn their backs on you. They are strong allies and ones that you must keep.

Especially my mother, Kukutux—she is a powerful woman.