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Elwood knew that Eljay wanted to please Towhee and do what she asked, but he was simply in over his head at present. Perhaps with some proper training and lessons, he could make the improvements that the Alpha desired, but it appeared that he just wasn't going to be able to perform on the spot. Before Eljay could do much more than creep timidly towards his father, Towhee was calling the whole thing off, with some stern instructions for Eljay. Elwood dropped his offensive stance, straightening and nodding as Towhee departed.

He glanced at Eljay, hoping that the boy wouldn't be feeling too badly about what had happened but knowing that he probably would be embarrassed and disappointed in himself. "You just need some practice. It's not easy, but I think once you get used to the idea of it, you'll be able to learn and show Towhee what you can do," he said. "Why don't you just let me know whenever you're ready to practice with me, and I'll be happy to help," he offered; this would be a mental task for Eljay as well as a physical one.