Redtail Rise Phoenix

Masquerade stiffened when Redd finally turned to acknowledge her. Her sister looked surprised to see her there, which confused her. Her eyes cut to the other faces, wondering. Did they all expect her to leave now? But where would she go?

The new Wealda approached and Masque held her breath, though it turned out there was nothing to fear from Redd. Every notion of fight or flight emptied from her, immense relief taking its place. She reached out to touch her nose to her litter mate’s jaw.

I don’t know what came over me, she said, which was true, barely resisting the urge to glance at New Snow. I don’t even want those things… Masque said on a long exhale, then nosed Redd’s chin again. This is what I want.

Redd was Wealda. Hopefully Masquerade could maintain their role in the pack, their sister’s staunchest supporter just like they’d always been Avicus’s. Only time would tell, just as it would heal all wounds.

For now, they were in pain. They were exhausted too. Masque bowed their head to the queen, then retreated without looking at anybody else.

I hope it’s okay to tack this on here, as I know this thread is concluding. If anyone needs me to remove it so they can post beforehand, just tap me! <3