Hoshor Plains dawncloud

There were walls between them that Ariadne wished to break down, but that would require a conversation regarding Kivaluk that she wasn't prepared for. So, as Chickadee gushed over her intended, Ariadne watched, expressionless, as she tried to choose the words that would hurt the least.

I hope to meet this great guy one day, she said, voice quiet as she rolled her shoulders. He has shown me nothing but disrespect, but I hope we can put that behind us when we both hurt less—especially when children are involved.