Heron Lake Plateau The still, cold world.

Kiwi was used to adults not taking her sass back well, and wasn't expecting a positive reaction here either. But instead of getting offended, Towhee seemed to actually consider the suggestion.  Of course, it was a good one.  Interestingly enough, there was a modicum of respect now where there hasn't been before.

Towards her.  The other? Not so much.  Who did he think he was, thinking he was superior? He didn't even know her.

If I meet one I'll keep it in mind. She responded angrily, forgetting for a minute that Towhee was there.  Then she glanced and remembered, and her ears fell slightly.  Sorry.  I didn't mean... I'm just going to go.  Immediate dislike for Phox, and she wasn't in the mood for a fight right now, not when she had already alienated one member of this pack.  She stood, preparing to leave them to it.