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It shouldn't have surprised Ariadne that Chakliux tended to her sea-sister's grave, but it did, and she looked at him with newfound appreciation. Thank you, she said quietly. That ... means a lot to me and my family. She would have to think of a way to repay his kindness.

At last, he spoke his mind, and she remained quiet as he did so. He was kind in his delivery and generous with understanding! She didn't deserve such kindness! You are too kind, she said, easily transitioning into their other shared language. I feel like I do not deserve it. I did so much harm ... and for what? To return with my tail tucked? She wanted to elaborate and share how out of place she felt. How her family looked at her heart's choice. How she now looked at her husband, influenced by the disdain shared by so many.

His question brought a smile to to her face. I am, she said, sunbright meeting berrybright. And you? An aapa again?