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Eilidh could tell the woman wanted to say something more than "I see," but something held her back. Whatever it was, it was probably a good thing; the young girl wasn't too fond of being told what to do, even when it came from a place of concern, worry, and/or love. Not that this stranger loved her, of course. The next woman's question caused her to think of her father and in turn her body bristled and stiffened, not wanting to react to the thought, but unable to stop herself anyway. "I, uh, ran away." Saying it out loud made her feel twice the fool, but she tried not to show it. Tried and failed.

Soon those few words turned into a torrent. "My Pappa always looks at my brother to help the pack with things first. Like scouting! He sent Cas to look for a new home, but didn't ask me, didn't even let me know it was an option. So I left! If he doesn't respect me or want me to help, then I'll leave. That'll show him." Her slim muzzle nodded at the very end, as if affirming her own delusions into reality. Deep down, she knew her father loved, respected,and cherished her, but her hurt feelings didn't allow her to dwell on that now. She was still too raw and angry. After a moment, Eilidh realized she hadn't introduced herself. "I'm Eilidh, by the way. Formerly of Blacktail Deer Plateau." Her little chest puffed out at that, though her heart ached to return to her family.