Redhawk Caldera Time will tell what we're all about

The cold water numbed her from the neck down as Towhee waded, X circling overhead as a precaution (because the buddy system was important). She closed her eyes and stayed very still for a while, before the total lack of sensation drove her, shivering, onto dry land again. She sat down and began licking the icy moisture from her fur.

Oblivious to the loud shout that heralded Fiadh's arrival, the yearling straightened, stretched and checked the sky for her winged companion. She had to turn to locate him, which put the young girl in her view. Giving herself a final vigorous shake as she rose and turned, Towhee managed a small smile for the youth.

-What's up, Fiadh?- she queried. Although signing was more arduous, especially as she healed, she always preferred to communicate this way with the pups, to make sure they continued to understand her coded language.