Twisted Slough hiding behind a pack of lies

She didn’t respond but did silently disagree. Unlike him she had no interest in this particular land. It was too far from anything familiar and too meaningless to both her and Killdeer.

Spring’s advancement made her aware that this conversation was ill-advised for a number of reasons. Fortunately for her she’d already made her decision and hopefully, by the time she needed to guard it, she and Killer would be focused on other pursuits.

We aren’t. She flicked her tail dismissively, the gesture instinctual vs conscious. I’m passing through. I’ll be staking a claim with my son once we’ve settled on a spot, but don’t worry. We won’t be putting down roots anywhere near here. She didn’t know why he was investigating nearby packs but if he was looking for information instead of direct conversation, likely it was to gauge their threat.

And I might be looking for a trade, just has to be the right one. She added, shifting slightly so that she was looking at him a little more directly. She wasn’t sure why, but she’d learned over the years that it could unnerve some, and she always loved making use of that. You don’t have anything I want but you could get it more easily. You get me a meal for my son, I’ll give you a look at your future.