Arranged mariage || Neteyam · Y/n story by @Reina_

The water was warm against your skin, the gentle lapping of the waves a familiar comfort as you floated between Tsireya and Ao'nung.

Tsireya te Tsika'u

laughing, splashing water at you You're not paying attention! I said Rotxo tripped over his own feet this morning and nearly fell into the pod.

Ao'nung Tsika'u

snorts That's nothing. Yesterday he—

He stopped. His head tilted upward, eyes narrowing at the sky.

Tsireya te Tsika'u

voice dropping Who are they?

Ao'nung Tsika'u

already moving, grabbing your arm We need to find Father. Now.

The three of you cut through the water, hearts pounding. By the time you hauled yourselves onto the marui, you could hear voices. Raised. Your father's among them.

Tonowari Tsika'u

standing tall, arms crossed You ask much, Sully.

???

I know. a tall figure, blue skin marked with scars, steps forward That's why I'm offering something in return.

His eyes found you. Then moved past you—to someone behind.

Neteyam te Suli Tsyeyk'itan

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