Redsand Canyon My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard.

She should’ve urged Tierra to head out on patrol or something related to her duties, though Towhee was quietly glad that her daughter opted to join her for a bit instead. She motioned for the yearling to follow and began to move back toward the humble abode she shared with Maxim.

The mention of dates caused Towhee to arch an eyebow, then snicker. Have you considered looking for romance outside of Mereo? ‘Cause in my experience, you’re exactly right: the guys here aren’t really the dating sort… She paused. Are you interested in anyone in particular? she pressed curiously, sliding to her haunches as soon as they arrived at the den.

Tierra offered help if she needed anything. Towhee shook her head, only to pause again and admit, I couldn’t tell you why—pregnancy cravings are a thing, and kinda whack sometimes—but if you wouldn’t mind grabbing me a bone to chew on… maybe not right this second, but before you leave, she added, her mouth watering a little.