Heron Lake Plateau tip-toeing in the street like dally

"For Tegan's Tears? Or whackass?" Towhee jested right back at him, returning his smirk. It gave her a great measure of relief that they could banter like this again. This was another benefit to the changes in the upper hierarchy: she wasn't top dog anymore and its effect was already shifting her dynamic with the other members of the pack, mostly in positive ways. It was like yet more unseen weight lifting off her shoulders.

She hadn't expected to feel so damn delighted with everything, especially not after Finley's initial reaction. But it truly felt like everything was falling into place now as Towhee reached out and batted at Tegan's shoulder. "You're going to have to be more specific, man." Her attempt to emphasize the word was ridiculous at best, though she remained oblivious as she cocked her head and arched her brows.