Swiftcurrent Creek pinky and the brain

When Julius came bounding toward him, crying his name, Relonikiv let go of Bazi, sat up and faced his approaching bother. "Ju!" he said in response. He wasn't sure why they were yelling one another's names. It could have been a game but neither of them was in the mood, nor did Julius's tone sound playful. It sounded panicked. A realization began to dawn on him and Relonikiv said emphatically, "Here," even as Bazi conveyed the same message, more or less.

Motioning for his brother to join him, Relonikiv blinked up at Bazi when she asked what they wanted to do today. She offered a story, though it didn't appeal to Relonikiv. He glanced at Julius, wondering if his brother would have any ideas. Truthfully, the runt didn't feel like doing anything. He was tired of things happening, actually, and just wanted to sit here and cuddle what was left of his family.