Ouroboros Spine In from the snow

Vairë arrived shortly after Aiolos and Kukutux had, formalities followed, and then Kaluktuk took the lead and explained their reason for coming. This was a surreal moment; she'd been dreaming of this day for as long as she could remember! She studied the faces of her family with uncertainty as he spoke, though she was unable to properly identify what they felt.

When Kukutux answered she felt dissatisfied with what they were given–especially when she knew that Argent was searching for Sialuk’s bride-price as they spoke! She wanted to bring this up, to ask why things were different for her, but she didn't; the slight tension in her shoulders betrayed her and her discontent. Still, this was a delicate situation, and she knew she needed to oblige–not only for their marriage but also for village Moonsong; things had to go smoothly despite her hurt.

Her mind was jumbled, and she tried to navigate both her nerves and hurt as she answered. I have asked Kaluktuk for a doe pelt and caribou tooth so far for my altar–to attract more women for my women’s circle, she said, careful not to refer to him as his pet name: thunder dick. When we speak, I speak of love and loyalty, and I know these are things that he has and will continue to provide. Even if they didnt believe it; she had seen his actions herself! he was not the man she’d been warned about! She wished that she could show them the man she knew and loved, but their minds were clouded by the mistakes of his past.

I also wish for him to stand as my equal in village Moongsong—as a second Head to the village. Just as you and taataa do, anaa.

300 for everybody!