Redhawk Caldera Boom and bust

Wildfire seemed thrilled to meet the boys, yet she did not throw herself at them, which Peregrine appreciated. Perhaps he would permit that later, when he could be more sure she would not harm them (accidentally or otherwise). For now, she respected the boundaries he'd silently set and that, coupled with the words that tumbled from her lips, caused the Alpha to regard her with deepest affection and pride.

"Yes, congratulations," Peregrine rumbled, echoing his nephew's sentiment even as he wondered what had changed to make his shy, humble little girl rise to such a post. He was so darn proud of her, regardless. When Elwood mentioned the latest batch of Blackthorns, he grinned and then made eye contact with Wildfire as he added, "Things were quite strained for a bit there but we had no other losses. How about you and yours?" he wondered.