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Raven went on what Fox could only describe as a love rant. Fox tilted her head in mild amusement but didn't think too much of it. It was the last little bit that stung, though no anger was directed at her daughter. Instead, Fox's ears flattened and she licked her lips. Her tail dropped behind her, and she frowned. She knew Raven hadn't meant anything by it, but it didn't make the loss hurt any less.

"I know you do," Fox finally managed to say, stuffing any emotions deep down somewhere where she wouldn't have to deal with them. "I want you to, too. They'll be just fine with us taking care of them; I know it."