Redtail Rise XLV

the man's nostrils trembled with a quiet flare.

he did not know the meaning. he knew its tone, and it meant insult.

the dark nose twitched again.

relic had fought for his role.

lilia had fought for hers.

how did one judge a caru? it was his failing not to know another way.

his communication had been good enough for red woman. it was not so for thorn caller, and suddenly augur felt quite old. unsure. the ashen ears splayed a moment and then he turned toward the horizon over which he felt red woman had gone, and a long breath expanded his great chest.