Totoka River right down the line

His answer told her a lot about him.  So he did, and acknowledged them... therefore, he wasn't the type to scorn children.  But there was no sentiment to his words about them.  He told her nothing about them except to explain why they were not here.

Some aren't so fortunate, and some don't view it as fortune.  So I generally don't assume.  She responded with a casual air.  She could press him about them, and about if he saw more in his future, but she would not nose too far into that route just yet.  Somehow she felt Raleska wouldn't thank her for it.  This meant that the previous mother was either dead or parted... and she marked that a curiosity.

When you see the Firebirds, ask them how Alyx is doing.  Tell them we wish her well.  Maybe that will smooth things, if you need it.  She did not know if Kaertok would run into trouble, but there was no love lost between their packs.  If they knew where he come from, the greeting he got might not be the one he expected.