Redhawk Caldera Do you think you're better off alone?

After the duo had met up with Sovereign Towhee, Issorartuyok was sure to keep himself off to the side. He did not believe that it was his place to intrude on moments between mothers and daughters. It seemed as though Meerkat was pleased to visit the leader of the Caldera, that they had things to share with each other that distance had not allowed for. The northerner was pleased to walk beside them, until the older woman set her gaze upon his figure and began to speak to him.

You would be welcome upon the glacier, of course, he interjected quietly. Issorartuyok understood that Towhee would follow her own path, but he wanted to make sure that she understood there was a place for her on the glacier’s claim. Towhee was Meerkat’s mother. This meant that she was to be honored by their village and its people, just the same as the other members of their group.

When Towhee asked him what his intentions were with her daughter, the northerner froze.

Issorartuyok did not understand. His intentions had been nothing but chivalrous. The man wanted only for Meerkat to be happy and protected, for her to have a suitable life that would give her passions she could chase. What had he intended? That was a challenging query.

This one will protect Meerkat. She is an asset to our village and our people. She is proven with children, with coaching and sharing knowledge. I would have her lead, if it was her desire. She is kind in her heart and her spirit shows light when she speaks her thoughts, the swarthy figure spoke clearly. His gaze did not shift from Towhee’s features. Meerkat had been clear that he should make sure his lips could be seen by the Sovereign, that it would allow her to understand what he said.

I only wish for Meerkat to be fulfilled, to be happy, Calderawoman.

The northerner bowed his head. What did she wish to know of him?