Redhawk Caldera For the excitement to arrive

Fennec was definitely awake and even more definitely bored.  She heard someone approaching and her ears twitched with interest.  Mom maybe?  But the stride was wrong.  It was a bit embarrassing that she didn't know her siblings' steps, but she hadn't been around much once they'd grown.  When Alex's voice announced, her older sister was taken completely by surprise.

Not in a bad way, but definitely a curious one.  She couldn't fathom why Alyx would want to visit her, but hell yes she could use the company.  Despite the whole not-talking thing, time ticked by excruciatingly slow when she was left listening to just the birds.

She made a soft sound of affirmation, something between a huff and a chuff.  She wasn't about to answer vocally yet, but she'd do her best if her sister was looking to be company.  Maybe they could work something out.  Worst came to worst... a word here or there... maybe wouldn't hurt?

God damn she hated every bit of this.