"Sailors usually have a wide field of knowledge on such things," he acknowledged with a nod, thinking of his father's acquaintances who worked the waterways. "I would think if either of us knew something, it would be you. I am not sure what to make of it that we both know nothing of this goddess."

It would be impossible to tell if they were expected to do something or if they were meant to owe her something for their transportation here with so little to go on. Ukiuvak tried to think back to the stories of his people, but none involved such sudden teleportation. There was no frame of reference and under the circumstances, that was deeply unsettling.

"What was the explanation, if you don't mind my asking?"