Sequoia Coast stranger than earth

Levi was not long alone. A larger, silvery woman approached, speaking in a strange tongue. The Ostrega stopped mid-stride, the shell in his maw, and his turquoise eyes studied her. What did she just say? What did she want? He dropped the shell gingerly at his paws and turned back toward the woman, who was now moving toward him with purpose.

"What did you say?" he asked, his voice raspy and gravelly from disuse. He did not speak much, but when he did, it was with clear understanding. He didn't know this woman, and whatever language she used was unfamiliar to him. He watched her, bright eyes intent on her, taking in her body language, gleaning that she was angry with him. For what, though?