Sun Mote Copse smashed

Treepie was practically buzzing with excitement the entire morning, and Sialuk watched Killdeer with steady eyes as they traveled toward his grandmother's home. She replayed their last conversation again and again in her mind. Part of her wished that he had not said those things, but the other part of her was glad he had spoken his mind. Now she knew where his heart was, and she knew that he would be difficult do deal with if she did take another man to warm her ulaq. But what was he to do about it? Killdeer could not control her any more than Argent ever had. At least now she could steel her heart against loving him.

The Ostrega called out for those who would hear them. Little Pie's bodily functions did little to surprise Sialuk, who patted her daughter on the back with a gentle paw. Are you alright? she asked quietly, not wishing to embarrass her.

As she looked up, Towhee was coming toward them, and Sialuk flashed her an apologetic smile.

She did not eat well before we left, Sialuk explained.