Heron Lake Plateau The still, cold world.

Kiwi wasn't keen on being bothered right that moment, but she recognized the girl as one who mom had pointed out as not only important, but family. That put her in at least worth not pissing off immediately territory, and it meant that Kiwi didn't immediately tell her to leave her alone.

Though her voice.... Kiwi's ears flattened involuntarily as Towhee spoke, her tone and pronunciation all sorts of fucked.  What was she doing?

You don't have to yell, she said, annoyed, nose wrinkling as she looked at the older girl.  Nice enough, but she didn't seem super smart.  I am. What do you want?