Redhawk Caldera we'll always have this dance

Fennec started to get up, but before she could properly get to her feet and situate the pup, Meerkat was already outside. Despite her excuse, Fennec frowned, surprisingly a little.. hurt.

Look, she didn't have any false aspirations that she was big sister of the year or anything. But talking with Alyx, and helping her out, had been really pretty cool. And Meerkat's abrupt departure felt a little like a snub. One that she could easily brush off and keep going, but a little bit shitty just the same.

Okay. She was... well, she was here. Didn't really need to say that. Still a little miffed, Fennec sat back down. That was weird, wasn't it? Don't worry. I won't tell dad Meerkat thought you were hideous. She had to smile despite herself, then went back to toying with him.