Redhawk Caldera And a voice, with the fear of a child, answers.

He did not anticipate the not-so-subtle laughter that came next. Towhee tried to hide it but in the dark expanse of the cave, with the wind beginning to howl outside, there wasn't much else to focus on. Reyes' ears twitched and he gave Towhee a slanted look, side-eyeing them.

What's femur? Reyes asked, not really wanting an answer but finding it impossible to hold back his curiosity. Buzzing busy?

Reyes tried to sit up a bit, settling in to a sphinx-pose despite the ache it created in his neck and shoulders. Because of his russet-black coat it would be difficult to see the sheen of blood as it leaked around the gravel lodged in his chin but the fur across his leg was slick because of it. His head swam; he swallowed and took a breath. Birdy, no shouting.