Bramblepoint who's this stupid clown

She snorted her displeasure when Tegan disobeyed her command, though Towhee didn't interfere as he exuberantly introduced himself to the watchful wolf. She was too busy keeping an eye on their new "acquaintance" to catch Tegan's question. The stranger didn't appear either happy or sad for the company, nor did he react much to Towhee's warning. But perhaps he would warm up to Tegan's attempt at conversation.

Staying mum, Towhee simply stood there and observed. She remained vigilant for any threatening behavior on the stranger's part but otherwise allowed Tegan to have this opportunity. She guessed that he, like most of the rest of the Redhawks, wasn't as prejudiced toward outsiders as Towhee herself.