Redtail Rise Battle of the Gods

She was “in the zone,” so to speak, and didn’t notice her mother’s presence until Avicus spoke. Masquerade pulled up short, turning to face her mother. She resented being interrupted in the midst of a hunt, though she did not question her mother’s implicit command.

When the Wealda led her to a familiar blind near the badger’s den, Masque crouched down and whispered, I’ve been watching him for many weeks. I was hoping to kill him today and bring you the meat and skin.