Redhawk Caldera sometimes I feel like I don't have a partner

Vikuthia seemed to enjoy Towhee’s candor, if the laughter was anything to go by. The elder smiled smugly, particularly when the newcomer agreed with her self-assessment. Damn straight.

Willingness to learn is all I need to hear, Towhee remarked when when Vikuthia repaid her frankness. The reason I bring it up specifically is because Mal is expecting a litter in a couple of weeks. It’ll be entirely up to her and Killer whether and when you’re allowed to see them. But those pups will be the focal point of the pack the next few months.

She doubted the new parents would bar Vikuthia for very long, especially if Towhee vouched for her. But there were plenty of ways she could support those newborns indirectly, particularly by way of aforementioned parents.

If you still want in, then you’re gonna get a homework assignment right off the bat. First of all, I’d want you to introduce yourself to Killer and Mal. After that, I want you to fill the cache closest to the Hobbit Hole. That’s what we call our communal den, where I’m sure you’ll be welcome once we’ve established trust.

The Redhawk stopped there, letting Vikuthia absorb all that and make a final decision.