Sequoia Coast blue raven

My sister. A Sea-Snake. Marina was dizzied, unmoored for a moment — but she was not the frightened girl she'd once been. She took a breath and straightened, pressing her nose to Chakliux's shoulder to express her gratitude. He was always so steady, so protective of her.

It's alright, She murmured, words meant for her husband's ears alone. I don't know him, but... I think we can trust him.

To the brother she'd never known existed, she said, If you want to talk to me, then talk, For him her eyes were not so warm, but neither did she hold hostility in her gaze. Marina was only watchful; waiting.