Swiftcurrent Creek Winter is a cruel creature

"Dia duit," she repeated, tasting the unfamiliar words on her tongue. It was strange to be speaking another language, but she knew that stretching her mind would be useful. She was the beta of a pack now and learning the ins and outs of all her packmates was paramount to being a good leader. Besides, Kieran was her friend and he seemed a lonely fellow, and anything to get him talking and spending time with others was a good thing.

They walked together along the border, pausing to add their scents when it as weak, and otherwise traveled as friends. "What other ways can you greet someone? We say hello, how are you, good day. Things like that. Does your language have other greetings, too?"