Ocean's Breath Plateau we'll sing until our jaws are broken

this whole business of pelts and trading was all new to him, but he took it in stride, carrying what he could. he noticed sulukinak kept her distance from the other woman and was happy to walk quietly with her.

a spar for his son's heart, perhaps? jealousy?

he smiled to himself a few times, ruefully happy that dutch was so desired—yet hoping for the best outcome for all.

when they arrived, adi caught arjun's eye and smirked, finding the subtext between the words. i'll do, his wry gaze replied. that being said, he was tired.

he gave rodyn a respectful nod and at the question, chimed in.

i can only speak for myself; i know i am an old man, but i can help keep your borders marked and watch over your coming pups, aditya said. i can also try to fill your caches with small game—but the hares were always faster than me, even at my best, he added, chuckling.