Lion Head Mesa piano sonata no. 3

Sphyrapicus considered herself anything but a child; but of course, so did many children. When another wolf approached initially, Sphyra perked up to watch and then, as he approached closer, lowered her head and tail respectfully, knowing that she had to show the proper respect. The words to come out of his mouth were anything but respectful towards her, though. Sphyra gritted her teeth, annoyed but knowing that she couldn't lose her nerve here. It was her first diplomatic / scout mission — she had to prove her capability!

So instead, she said, with a hardness to her voice, I'm not a child. Then she went on to explain, I'm Sphyrapicus Redhawk, a guardian from Redhawk Caldera. She nodded curtly and politely as she introduced herself, her body language still respectfully submissive. Sphyra gestured towards the Caldera behind her. She had no idea that her mother was hiding out in the meantime; so focused on this conversation was she. She'd probably be pretty annoyed if she knew, as it would validate her status as child in this man's eyes.