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She caught herself staring dully at the dust on her feet, about which she could do nothing in her current state. Her eyes flicked upward just in time to see Tamar approaching. There was something feathery and lumpy in her mouth. Despite herself, Towhee’s mouth watered.

Tamar, hi, she said, a bit surprised to see her around here, though it made sense. A couple weeks now, I think. Thank you, she added, happily accepting the food. Before she dug in, though, she asked, How are things with the vale?