Redhawk Caldera Spring Candy

The apology came across as sincere, based largely on Birk's expression. She bobbed her head in acknowledgement, then tipped it when he reintroduced himself. It was always more difficult reading a stranger's lips (vs. a family member's) but he spoke slowly and she caught every word.

"Birk," she parroted back to make sure she was pronouncing it correctly. Towhee saw him glance at Raven so she chuffed lightly to draw his attention back to her. They didn't need her older sister to translate. "Your fog is escaping," she added randomly, unaware of her slight mispronunciation as she pointed a black toe at the retreating frog.