Broken Antler Fen We don't need to be related to relate.

She took Wraen's lack of further feedback as tacit approval for this plan of action. Towhee did feel a little lighter for having hashed out the decision, though her heart remained heavy with Phox's absence. She was officially going to operate as if he wasn't coming back, which felt terrible and wrong in so many ways. But what choice did she have at this point?

Towhee fell into step with her friend, letting out a sigh at the invitation. "Sounds good, really good. Except for the part where I talk about the kids. Consider me childless for the next few hours. I've done enough talking anyway. I want to hear more about what's going on with you, Wraen. Spare me no detail, even if it's boring. Especially if it's boring."