Northstar Vale Incredible thoughts, incredible minds

It occurred to her that she should move closer to Fennec so her eldest daughter could feel her swollen flanks and might understand why this was an impossible ask. For the moment, she remained where she stood, in order to follow first Fen’s reply, then Killer’s.

She could understand their argument about wishing to build their own thing, even if their unwillingness to stick around a little bit and discuss it more disappointed her. The timing just… sucked. Towhee supposed she could support this endeavor, even if she couldn’t join it.

I get it, she said, and I support you guys. But it’s impossible for me to be part of this right now.

She moved to press against Fennec now so she could feel Towhee’s primary reasons for refusing, if not the only one. She glanced over at Maxim and Phox, wondering if her brother might entertain the invitation. She selfishly hoped he wouldn’t. The same went for Towhee’s son. She doubted Jack would want to leave Leo behind, though they could certainly ask him.

If Phox or Jack wants to join you, that’s their decision. But you, she added, leering wryly at Maxim, you’re stuck here with me.