Hushed Willows my own summer

Her response was curt, not rude by any sense, but solemn. He was similar in this way with receiving visitors, and interprets this as a good sign.

I assure you it is red, beneath the skin and stuff. He replies, draped in sarcasm. Joking. It's Redtail—y'know, like the hawks.

Well, what's the meaning behind Hearthwood? Can't say I know what that really means, either.

The two of them went on in idle conversation, sharing pieces of their respective packs. Unwilling to intrude any further, the boy would soon bid her farewell and make his way home.