Redhawk Caldera No matter how much it hurts, no matter how hard it gets, you gotta keep grinding.

Towhee welcomed Finley's embrace. She leaned into it for a moment, pulling away when her godmother shifted to sign something at her. The Xi's mouth opened slightly as she watched the Alpha's every movement, taking in this important (and long!) message with a swelling heart.

Now she was fighting extra hard against the urge to burst into tears. -Thank you, Aunt Finley,- she managed to sign after taking a moment to compose herself. -You'll have my loyalty always. I only considered leaving because I thought it would be what was best for the pack. But if you think it's best for me to stay, then I'll stay.- Towhee paused, a breath gusting out of her. -And I'll keep doing everything I can to see us through this.-

That made her wonder: would Finley support Towhee if she continued on her campaign to oust those she considered dead weight? Or was there anything else she could or should be doing to help during this unfortunate situation? -I'm happy to keep doing what I'm doing...- She shot Finley a glance, hoping the Alpha female understood what she meant. -Or help in whatever way you need,- she added. -Just tell me what you need from me.-