Redhawk Caldera Azurite

She should probably swing by to check on @Niamh but Towhee just couldn't bring herself to do it. She didn't trust herself not to act on the resentment she felt and lash out at her brother's mate for her role in all this. It was probably unfair, especially considering she still didn't know any details about the argument itself, but the reality was Towhee held both @Reyes and Niamh responsible for essentially ruining her life.

Towhee hadn't burdened @Phox with this information—it seemed really unnecessary, especially considering he was a victim of circumstance here too—but the anger continued seething beneath her skin as she restlessly roamed the caldera now. She had spent so much time off her feet, now the Sovereign could hardly sit still, despite her heavy belly.

Eventually, she headed toward the borders. It was risky, especially with Reyes out there somewhere, but Towhee would honestly welcome a fight to the death right now. Of course, as soon as she felt the puppies begin kicking again, she changed her mind and began to slow. But she was already near enough the fringe to spot a friendly face standing there as if waiting for her.

"Wraen," Towhee rumbled as she moved to meet her old friend. She couldn't hear how throaty her voice came out, though she could feel the rasp. She really wished they could talk in ptero, for her eyes' sake as well, but it was what it was. "It's kind of a bad time," she blurted baldly, though she was quick to add, "I'm glad you're here."