Redsand Canyon where habits have teeth and the words carry knives

Aquene’s gratitude meant a lot to Towhee, not only because some of the others most certainly didn’t feel the same way, but because this was why exactly she was here. She knew she was a master with a lot to offer and years of experience to back her. But Towhee was aware she would have to prove it.

The Redhawk shot the woman a big, genuine grin in response to her words. Then, without any warning at all, she leaped at the she-wolf, aiming straight for the side of her neck. Just like her recent spar with Shikoba, she kept her teeth sheathed, having no desire to do any actual harm, other than the inevitable bruising.