Redtail Rise obbligato

Ashlar's hopes hadn't raised much despite his insistence to stay positive for Chacal's sake. If Requiem was out there, Ashlar was sure they'd find him - he just wasn't sure the former would be true. Eagles were massive and dangerous, and the fall from that height was surely deadly. What were the chances? He had to stay realistic for himself despite trying not to think on it too often. Doing so just made him feel despondent, or like crying.

So Avicus' answer took Ashlar completely by surprise. He blinked at her, then smiled, and his tail moved gently as genuine hope took root in his expression. Maybe it wasn't him - but maybe it was!

When? And where?! Oh, he hoped so!