Ouroboros Spine taimmalikii

Kigipigak arrived with a fox in his mouth, and when he placed it on the ground, he asked a question that made Ariadne's stomach churn—"Wife. I wonder if this might be salvaged."

I do not know, Kigipigak, she replied, swallowing the lump in her throat, feeling a wave of nausea overcome her.

There is something I would like to discuss with you, she began, taking a deep breath. She patted the ground next to her, inviting him to join her. Her heart pounded in her ears, her mouth grew dry, and the words rose like bile in her throat.

I am no longer happy in this marriage, and I have decided that it would be best if we went our separate ways. As much as she wanted to look away, she kept her eyes on him; it was the least she could do. I believe that we are too different in our ways and will never see eye-to-eye in our beliefs. Being home has made me realize how important my religion is to me, and I need someone who shares the same values.

I am sorry, Kigipigak.