Redtail Rise Deadlatch

They tipped their head at his answer, nodding minutely a moment later. They all needed a bit of a respite after the recent shuffle, Masque thought, their eyes watching the play of sunlight and shadow on the dead grass for a moment.

Maybe, someday, they repeated his own words back to him, eyes raising to catch his as they smiled softly. My biggest goal in life is to help you—and the others too, of course—achieve your fullest potential, whatever that looks like.

There was no need to dig any deeper just now, though. Despite their own invitation to sit and talk just a moment ago, the Caru suddenly snuffled toward Mulherin, nipping at the ruff framing his face. They tugged playfully at the fur there, growling.

There will be plenty of time to chase our dreams later. Right now, let’s keep it light. We could play a game, they suggested, or spar. What sounds good to you?