Larksong Grotto The first signs

It had been over a month since her Replacements had been born; and up until now, she had done everything in her power to avoid them. She couldn't face Jhala without growing angry, and the puppies were no different. They were the living, breathing embodiment of Reek's new family and life. They were the sharp reminder in her side, a thorn that pressed deep in her gut and told her she was being left behind while Reek moved on with his life. 

Indra had been looking for Laurel, but her ears fell as she saw her sister was not alone. Suspicious and somewhat disdainfully, the red child settled on the face of a rock bordering the den and watched, half expecting Laurel to receive admonishment from Reek. She did not pull close, finding certain satisfaction in the clear message her deliberate distance conveyed.