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Elwood gave Fox a sympathetic smile. Although the sinus infection certainly hadn't been the worst thing that could have hit Redhawk Caldera, it had still been debilitating enough to adversely affect many of its members. Some wolves might have chosen to get lots of rest, while others -- like Elwood -- had pushed on, even going so far as to snot all over visitors (poor Lex).

"Yeah, I think she was a little under the weather," he replied vaguely. His comment could have applied to Finley's immune system or to her general state since returning; she had been quiet and withdrawn and showed no signs of improvement anytime soon. Swiftly changing the subject, he said, "So I heard there's a possibility of new firebirds on the horizon...?" Peregrine had mentioned it to him more than a month ago, and he was curious as to when the newest batch of Redhawks would be arriving.