Redtail Rise Phoenix

Redd had never understood the concept of blood.  She had stepped aside when Lilia rose to Berserker, recognizing it was earned, even against Wealda and her own brother's intentions.  The pack was what was important.  She had run alongside the hunt lead just as she'd run along her sister, and all were family because all were here.  There were no relationships she would be willing to take or leave; the pack needed all strength.

New Snow was a mother.  She was hunt lead's mate.  Her claim was strong.

Masquerade had deferred, but now sought to withdraw.  Redd would not abide this.

She thrust herself with a snarl between, snapping at the Caru with a savage growl.  If she had not earned their trust then they should not have granted her Wealda.  We are pack.  She insisted in the snarl, finally through with allowing the pride of Avicus to fracture them.  If hunt lead chose to leave, it would be because he held no loyalty.  But she would not have him driven to it if she could prevent it.

Now it was Masquerade's decision.  Redd would not defer again.  If they wished to divide them, they would need to challenge and earn that right.