Redhawk Caldera Lightning over Mexico.

Although it was only temporary, Towhee found herself with a bad case of empty nest syndrome. It didn't help knowing Caracal and Sphyra were traveling with Reyes and his little girlfriend. According to her son, her name was Teya. Towhee didn't realize she'd actually crossed paths with her before but it didn't matter. She didn't want to know anything about her; didn't want anything to do with her; and would breathe fuckin' fire if Teya ever tried to assume a motherly role in her kids' lives.

Inhale, she reminded herself as she walked downhill toward the borders, exhale. In, out, in, out... Towhee tried her best to redirect her mind to more constructive matters, like what the hell she would do with herself the rest of the day after she finished her imminent circuit.