Redhawk Caldera it's so simple

Elwood spared a glance and a nod of his head as Towhee excused herself. She had never been the warm and fuzzy type, so while she was probably glad to see Liffey back (to some degree; she was an "outsider" now, after all), he wasn't surprised that she wanted to get back to work. His attention was then fully drawn back to Liffey and the boy that she introduced as Rannoch. His brows raised slightly when she referred to him simply as "friend," but -- being Elwood -- he wouldn't press for more information.

"It's a pleasure, Rannoch," he said, and he meant it. It helped that his reunion with Liffey was positive, and that the young male at her side was polite. Rannoch gestured to the salmon at his feet, indicating that it was a gift for Elwood and his mate. Hearing Finley called Mrs. Blackthorn brought forth a chuckle. "We do like fish, and we appreciate the offer," he said; Liffey's companion was earning himself more points with each passing second.

Looking back to his daughter, he prompted, "Tell me about your new pack." He felt a hint of sadness, knowing that this was only a visit and it was unlikely Liffey would return to the caldera permanently, but he was at least a bit more at ease knowing who she was keeping company with.