Firestone Hot Springs Memories Fade

Until just now, Peregrine had never drawn comparisons between his sister and adopted daughter. Blue Willow wasn't wrong, though: they were both free spirited and stubborn, albeit in largely harmless ways. Osprey didn't endeavor to be a leader (as far as Peregrine knew), so they had their differences too. Unaware that they actually didn't get along, he decided it was a good thing his sister had stayed behind rather than follow him to the caldera. She was a good influence on Saena, right along with the pack's Beta female.

"Osprey's a free spirit," he said reassuringly. "I'm sure she's fine, just wandering around, chasing dragons and fairies." His lips twitched. "But I know what you mean. She'll turn up soon." Peregrine nudged her chin, then nipped at her cheek just to be, well, cheeky.

"So, you mentioned that Lasher has other lovers, eh?" he said, aware that it was a bit of a non sequitur. "Don't worry," he added quickly, "it doesn't bother me. I'm just curious. Did he hook up with that sea witch? Or..." Peregrine trailed off, suddenly realizing that a) Lasher might be keeping these matters private because b) Blue Willow might not want to hear about this stuff.