Sunset Valley tautuk ∧

The voice of Shikoba drew Kigipigak from his patrol. He was glad for the invitation; watching the caribou was not as entertaining as chasing them could be. It was a sign that Kigipigak was of high standing among the Moonglow wolves as well — that he should be summoned by sivullik at all — and so he was prideful as he drew close.

With a chuff, Kigipigak looked to each of the wolves gathered. It did not surprise him to see Kukutux, but he did not know the other — and so he drifted by the man, Inutsuk, without a word. It was a good choice as the man began to speak, giving clues to Kigipigak about the nature of the man.

What is the plan? Kigipigak voiced, cutting through the end of Inutsuk's indecision. He stood firmly, like a soldier, and watched Shikoba.