Redhawk Caldera no rest for the wicked

The Alpha female wasted no time in getting straight to the point. She shared a piece of information that Elwood was already aware of, but he did not betray his knowledge with his expression or an immediate reply. Peregrine had asked that he not mention his broken nose to Fox, and he didn't want to rock the already unsteady boat by sharing that he was in the know.

He frowned, though, as Fox continued. Not only did Peregrine want to step down from leadership, but she feared that he would not be able to care for their future children. Fox wasn't easily unsettled, but it was clear to see that her feathers were ruffled by this turn of events.

Finley offered a bit of encouragement, and Elwood nodded his head in agreement. "Whatever we need to do, we're happy to help," he said. They couldn't fix Peregrine's ailment, but they could take on more responsibility if he chose to give up his title, and they could offer their assistance with the impending firebirds.