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as towhee introduces the two of them, he presses his shoulder into hers instinctively; seeking her touch, all while he watches the kid with mild amusement. watching the emotions pour over his pale face. guilt, relief, then something that has him laughing to himself.

tvar's eyes wrinkle with his own amusement.

good to meet you too, he signs, dipping his head slightly. don’t worry about it. he glances at towhee, smirking, and then aiming a wink at the boy. figured sooner or later i’d be meeting her family anyway.

bushtit’s next question earns a small huff. tvar shifts his weight, gaze flicking to towhee before he answers. soon. month, maybe less. his expression softens. he pauses to let towhee take over now—he's content to take a back seat while she speaks with her brother. tvar's ears swivel and his tail tucks calmly amongst his hocks for the rest of the interaction.