Redsand Canyon Cyberiad theory.

The daily doses of peppermint did not appear to have an effect, at least not yet. Towhee would give it another few days before she went back to @Aquene about next steps. In the meantime, it was more of a mild inconvenience than anything, prompting her to stop and clean herself throughout the day.

She hadn’t spent much time at the palazzo in the past couple of days, usually standing guard outside to give @Ruenna time to bond with her newborns. But as she approached and peeked inside today, a thought struck her. The pups would likely be drawn to by the scent of milk and they might attempt to feed. She paused in the doorway.

Honestly, Towhee wouldn’t mind nursing Rue’s kids, especially if it meant she wouldn’t have to walk around leaking everywhere. Perhaps the Matrona might even appreciate the support, after her difficult delivery. But the Redhawk refused to infringe, so before she entered, she would ask.

Rue?