Duskfire Glacier when the summer dies

She felt the telltale itch in her paws. Instead of giving into it this time, Meerkat focused her energy on serving the glacier pack. No, it didn't hurt anyone if she went off on a foray now and again, though there was still much ground to gain right here. She still wanted to get in the mothers' good graces and help them with their pups. And they wouldn't be young and small forever.

Deciding to reach out and grab the elk by the antlers, so to speak, the yearling chose a central spot in the lower reaches of the territory and raised her muzzle, requesting an audience with @Tzila, @Lane and @Imaq. She wanted to know them more than in passing, plus get acquainted with their children, when they were ready. More than anything, Meerkat wanted to know just how best she could help the den mothers with rearing their cubs. Whatever they needed, she'd be happy to provide.

After issuing the call, Meerkat reclined on her haunches and glanced at the sky. There were scattered clouds and the air was hazy over the glacier. From this angle, it kind of reminded her of looking up at the caldera. She felt a pang, wondering how her family was doing. She should visit someday or, at the very least, ask a messenger to send word.