Redhawk Caldera Kiss my (uh oh).

Towhee shook her head at Rue's apology, mouthing, "No need." She made sure to punctuate this statement with an appreciative look though. She sincerely appreciated Rue's help these past several months and didn't take it for granted, even if all the support in the world was never quite enough to fight off the demons in Towhee's life.

Ruenna's facetious retort elicited a woof of laughter from the Sovereign. "Seriously, though," she rejoined in the next breath, "I know it's too early to call it. And our lives have a tendency to go topsy turvy all the time. But I'd really love to see you with a litter next year, so I'll be happy to keep an eye out while I reserve your dibs."

She didn't mention that she already had a potential suitor in her back pocket. For one thing, the timing was wildly inappropriate. For another, Phox didn't even live here and his future at the caldera was still up in the air. Yeah, there were plenty of reasons to keep that thought close to the vest for the time-being, though maybe by the time next spring rolled around, they would all be together, in a happier future...

"Actually, I think I'll start my search now. I'll catch you later, yeah?" Towhee said, shooting Rue a fond glance and reaching out for a quick nudge too. "Keep me posted on how your visit with Reyes goes," she requested before preparing to take her leave.