Ouroboros Spine aakaga

shikoba was always fearful that the lack of inutsuk's presence in mojag's childhood left room for trauma to rear its ugly head. she worried about the pain he felt, and perhaps the inkling of the idea that his father left for some ungodly reason that somehow tied to her son. and while she enjoyed the beautiful bird that would sing her songs and keep her entertained, it was cruel to keep him caged.

she pressed back into him, forcing her tears away as she breathes in his scent. and he speaks of his siblings, who kick about with their little legs internally. and shikoba feels great pride within her to know that mojag still wishes to be here for everything.

"they will know you," she says to him, "of their great brother who tamed the ocean and turtles. you will know when they arrive." shikoba enjoyed her beach trip, and it certainly made sense to come and visit when she was in better shape after the next litter. 

"you make me proud, mojag. and you are loved. always remember that when you are away from me."