Fox's Glade and who shall wear the starry crown?

She was tempted to cut into his speech at intervals, but didn't. Some of the things he spoke of were familiar—like the valley. Bearclaw Valley? They'd spoken of it once before, but she wasn't sure whether he'd lived in other valleys or not. He'd given her a detailed run-down of his family history, and Maegi was so over the moon that Kove had been reunited with them.

I'm really happy you're with your daughter and your grandchildren, she said sincerely. If she had arms, she'd cuddle her own children closer, just to use up some of the love she found coursing madly through her veins in the moment. Family is important. I hope all continues to go well for you.

The well wishes, though, did remind her of what she was sorely missing. Her smile faded and her eyes grew concerned. I'm missing one of my children, Kove, she explained. She briefly, gently touched her nose to Sakhmet's cheek. Sobek, twin brother to Sakhmet. He's been gone now for. . .I don't really know how long. A quarter moon, maybe even half. Have you seen any pups around?

Surely he'd have noted the resemblance between the twins if he had? Still, even if Kove hadn't seen Sobek, perhaps someone else in Easthollow had. He could pass the message on. She had to try, and she knew Kove, beyond nearly anyone, would be willing to help her.