Redtail Rise XLV

augur had not been doubtful of his abilities until red woman had gone.

now thorn caller returned; the man offered his fatherly affection, remembering always that the caru was one of his young, and perhaps by blood.

a salmon tongue bathed his nose.

peace.

he watched the other wolf go, and when thorn caller had disappeared from view, augur drew a single disconsolate sigh.