Redsand Canyon Blood orange sunrise.

Ruenna watched Towhee carefully, tilting her head slightly as the new mother tucked in to her meal. Towhee certainly didn't look like she was on death's doorstep. 

She nodded at Towhee's invitation, smiling despite her concern. "Jack Snipe and Leo," she echoed lovingly. She stepped forward to sniff at the children. Their new-puppy smell made her ache for her own brood. "They're beautiful," she complimented Towhee, looking back up at her friend. 

Towhee's eyes were closed, which meant she hadn't heard. Ruenna wouldn't rouse her. 

She retreated quietly, turning her focus to Aquene. "Should we try to move the children away once she's asleep?" Ruenna would do whatever was necessary, even if it meant remaining at Towhee's side to ensure the the children didn't nurse while she was resting. Towhee had fed Ruenna's children once, and Ruenna would happily return the favor if it meant keeping her friend safe.