Redhawk Caldera Unbidden

Maia was surprised by the request, and while she hid it well, it evoked a low anxiety. She wasn’t the strongest hunter, but could they afford not to go right now? Maybe she’d need to talk to Eljay about it and see what some others in the pack thought. If Frolic was old enough she’d jump at the chance, but… she’d just gotten home. It would be valuable experience for all the kids, and maybe she could…

They are my daughters, Maia replied, smiling and cutting off her train of thought abruptly. The otters were lovely, and brought to mind the other young man who’d come with things to offer. These wolves were friendly in such a forward way. They should really send gifts back, but she wasn’t sure how much they had to spare. I really appreciate that. You didn’t need to… but thank you.

Maia glanced back, then shifted a bit on her paws. I can ask and see who all would like to come? If you have a time and place. I don’t want to promise anyone, but I think… I’m pretty sure we will be there. She might embarrass herself in front of other packs, but it wouldn’t be worth it to miss out on the chance to network and repay some of what they’d given. Brecheliant was shrinking; as her children found other homes, they couldn’t afford being so isolated down here.