Redsand Canyon Each and every breath we take

She glanced sideways, wondering when Germanicus had slipped away. She didn’t mind, of course. Towhee returned her eyes to her daughter just in time to watch her lips finally part. They hung there, reading every word.

There were so many things Towhee could say in response, though she just scooted closer so they sat side by side, shoulders brushing. She did feel a slight lurch at the mention of ditching Fig, though she would save that line of inquiry for later.

We could definitely use a skilled healer in Mereo, Towhee replied, leaning to bump her shoulder into Fen’s. We’d be thrilled to have you close by, she added, speaking for Phox, Killdeer and the rest because she was absolutely certain of it. Speaking from experience, this is a great place to rebuild after your whole life implodes.